Do you offer finasteride to teenagers with androgenetic alopecia?
Do you have an age cutoff?
I see 16-18 years olds on occasion who are already developing androgenetic alopecia. I'm curious to know if other dermatologists are offering finasteride at these ages given that these "pre-adults" are still developing, so to speak.
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Dermatology · University of Miami Health
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Finasteride can prevent the development of the beard, so I never offer it if the beard is not completely grown.
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Dermatology · Modern Dermatology, Inc.
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I have offered topical compounded minoxidil + latanoprost + finasteride with fairly good results on younger patients with early onset andro alopecia.
I have them alternate Ketoconazole shampoo and Caffeinated Shampoo (ie Alpecin C1).
I also briefly discuss low-level laser therapy that can be used ...
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Dermatology · Epiphany Dermatology
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Hair on the head is likely more important than on the face for most young men.
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