10 months of minoxidil + cheating
    Transgender 5/7/2025

    At a glance
    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    πŸ’§ Minoxidil (topical) 5% 1ml 1x daily 10 months
    β€’ Hormone Replacement Therapy (various forms) 17 months
    πŸ’Š Cyproterone Acetate (oral) 17 months
    the tone is πŸ˜€ positive with impressive results.

    Other terms

    A user shared their positive experience with hair regrowth using minoxidil, hormone replacement therapy, and cyproterone acetate during their male-to-female transition. Another user discussed their successful hair transplant after transitioning and using finasteride, highlighting the challenges of hair loss and regrowth during transition.
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