1 year fin 1mg, 1.6 years min 5% + dermaroll 1mm inconsistent, plan to switch to oral min Progress Pictures 5/1/2025
The user has been using finasteride 1mg for a year and minoxidil 5% for 1.6 years, with inconsistent dermarolling, and is considering switching from topical to oral minoxidil due to hair dryness. They report increased hair thickness and no side effects, with plans to consult a dermatologist about the switch.
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