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A member asked:

Im shedding quite heavily since 8 weeks now, after starting minoxidil treatment. should i be worried?

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Stop Medication: If you have continued to "shed" x 8 weeks , it is time to stop the Minoxidil and see a specialist in hair growth.

Answered 6/30/2014

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