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Have been using minox for months (iron related hairloss), doesn't work! still no regrowth after one and half months of supplementation?? how come??

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Dr. Walter Futterweit answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

Too early to tell: Iron deficiency may be related to hair loss. That type falls into a category of Telogen effluvium. Prognosis is good if your iron level, or much redmeat is being noted.

Answered 7/3/2014

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A member asked:

Have been using minox for months (iron related hairloss), doesn't work! still no regrowth after one and half months of supplementation?? how come??

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Walter Futterweit answered

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