Hypertrichosis Induced by Minoxidil: A Case of Systemic Absorption from Scalp Occlusion

Marwa Majzoub; Vivien Moris

doi:10.12659/AJCR.947664

09 June 2025 : Case report France

Hypertrichosis Induced by Minoxidil: A Case of Systemic Absorption from Scalp Occlusion

Unusual clinical course, Challenging differential diagnosis, Unusual or unexpected effect of treatment, Diagnostic / therapeutic accidents, Adverse events of drug therapy

Marwa Majzoub^{ABCF 1}, Vivien Moris

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DOI: 10.12659/AJCR.947664

Am J Case Rep 2025; 26:e947664

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Figure 2 Facial hair caused by Minoxidil, 2 months after the start of treatment. (A) Right side view, (B) Chin view.

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Hypertrichosis Induced by Minoxidil: A Case of Systemic Absorption from Scalp Occlusion

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