1 Year and 5 Months apart! Results aren't what I wanted them to be 9/2/2026
The user has been using Rogaine Topical and Finasteride but is considering switching to Dutasteride and Oral Minoxidil due to unsatisfactory results. Many responses suggest the user's results are good, and some recommend additional treatments like hair transplants or microneedling for better outcomes.
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