“We don’t do that here” was what the dermatologist said when I asked her if I could do both oral Minoxidil and oral Finasteride. I just started the Finasteride less than a month ago.
She didn’t even prescribe Finasteride (even after going over the risks/sides and me explaining to her that I’m willing to risk it) until my 2nd appointment. I rescheduled sooner than my initial follow up because I was concerned my hair loss was only getting worse. And then before prescribing it, she demanded I get prostate labs done (I’m 26). It’s as if I’m inconveniencing them. I think they are being overly cautious (or have no knowledge treating hair loss) regarding the Minoxidil and I don’t really understand why. I have normal BP/heart rate. No family history of heart issues.
I have an appointment with my primary care doctor soon, should I bring up oral Minoxidil with them? I seriously doubt they will have much knowledge regarding it, but it can’t hurt I guess?