1.5 years of fin & 2 years of min (oral) Progress Pictures 5/28/2025
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using oral minoxidil for 2 years and finasteride for 1.5 years, with no side effects reported. They are considering derma rolling and possibly a hair transplant in the future.
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