6 months on minoxidil foam, is this normal? Is this regrowth? 4/8/2026
The user has been using minoxidil foam for 6 months but is concerned about the lack of normal hair growth. Suggestions include adding finasteride, oral minoxidil, and possibly dutasteride, along with microneedling for better results.
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