1700 grafts + fin min 1.5 year apart. I wish i started fin earlier. 4/21/2026
A user shared their experience with hair loss, using finasteride and minoxidil, and eventually undergoing a hair transplant of 1800 grafts. They regret not starting finasteride earlier and mention that despite the transplant, their scalp is still visible under strong light.
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