17M VELLUS HAIRS IS THIS REGROWTH Progress Pictures 8/14/2026
A 17-year-old male using Minoxidil and Finasteride for hair regrowth sees vellus hairs and plans to start oral treatments at 18. Concerns about using Finasteride during puberty are discussed, with suggestions to wait until fully matured.
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