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Im 17 year old male with thinning hair and a receding hairline. if i take minoxidil, ehat are the chances i will face a devastating side effect like ?
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Devastating: Unlikely. Check with your family physician to make sure that you have no contraindications before starting with any medications.
Answered 3/12/2015
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