15 months - 1mg fin only progress
    Progress Pictures 6/2/2025

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    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    ๐Ÿ’Š Finasteride (oral) 1mg 1x daily 15 months
    ๐Ÿ’ง Ketoconazole (topical) 1% a few weeks
    the tone is ๐Ÿ˜ neutral with some thickening results.

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    A 22-year-old is using 1mg finasteride daily for hair loss, noting some scalp thickening but still experiencing visible thinning. They are considering oral minoxidil due to concerns about topical application with cats at home, and others in the conversation share positive experiences with oral minoxidil, reporting no side effects and significant hair regrowth.
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