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(18): 01:58:53 Mechanical & Chemical Stimulation for Hair Growth

The efficacy of combination therapies involving both mechanical and chemical

stimuli has been demonstrated to surpass that of either stimulus in isolation.
Among mechanical stimuli, micro-needling has been found to be particularly
effective. The concomitant use of micro-needling and finasteride has been
shown to yield robust and impressive hair regrowth, even in cases of
baldness. This combination therapy holds promise for significant hair
regrowth. Ketoconazole shampoo or saw palmetto can also be utilized. It is
important to exercise caution when combining treatments that inhibit the DHT
pathway, as excessively reducing DHT levels should be avoided. Individuals
exhibit varying responses to these treatments. To mitigate adverse effects
linked with these medications, it is advisable to commence with a lower
dosage [46].