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Hair is thining, does rogaine (minoxidil) work?

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Rogaine (minoxidil) loss: Hair thinning has many causes: hormones, thyroid, nutrient deficiencies, medications, etc rogaine (minoxidil) is used for androgenetic hair loss in men & women. Androgenetic hair loss is uncommon in 20 yo women. Please have hair loss evaluated by your dermatologist. Significant hair regrowth happens in 30% of people that use rogaine (minoxidil). Rogaine (minoxidil) is best at maintaining the hair you have.

Answered 4/15/2013

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For some: Nothing is perfect. But this product does have efficacy.

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Dr. Thomas Fiala answered

Specializes in Plastic Surgery

Yes: It's moderately effective.

Dr Raff agreed

Answered 5/23/2013

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