1 Year Oral Finasteride + Minoxidil Results — No Microneedling or Other Treatments Used Progress Pictures 7/6/2025
A 23-year-old used daily oral finasteride (1.1mg) and minoxidil (3mg) for a year, resulting in significant hair regrowth, especially at the left temple, and increased eyebrow density. The user experienced mild initial shedding and itchiness but no other treatments were used, and libido normalized quickly after a slight initial dip.
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