Non-responder to minoxidil for years Microneedling 12/27/2025
A 22-year-old has been using minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss with initial success, but later experienced increased shedding and no regrowth. They recently added vitamin D3 supplements and microneedling, which reduced shedding, but are seeking advice on regrowth, with suggestions to try tretinoin with minoxidil and consider dutasteride.
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