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Suggest Treatment For Partial Hair Loss And Diffused Hair Pattern

hie ,i just had a hair transplant round about 2200 grafts,i was a in grade 3,but with partial hair loss and diffused hair pattern.My doctor has kept me on Finasteride and minoxidil post operation in order to save the other existing hairs,but i read a lot about Finasteride and its effects,is it wortha try or shall i go ahead and use andronaygyn which some say does the same thing as Finasteride ,but without side effects.Any inputs on that will be highly appritiated. Thanks
Sat, 2 Sep 2023
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Pathologist and Microbiologist 's  Response
Hello,

Finasteride is used for short term use only due to its side effects. I suggest you to consult your dermatologist before changing the drug.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Shailja Puri, Pathologist and Microbiologist
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Suggest Treatment For Partial Hair Loss And Diffused Hair Pattern

Hello, Finasteride is used for short term use only due to its side effects. I suggest you to consult your dermatologist before changing the drug. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shailja Puri, Pathologist and Microbiologist