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Is rogaine (minoxidil) effective for frontal hair thinning? is it only effective on vertex as stated?
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Usually: Modestly effective for vertex scalp hair loss and minimally helpful for androgenic frontal hair loss.
Answered 3/12/2019
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Effective all over: No it is effective all over the scalp/skull.
Answered 3/12/2019
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