2 months of topical minoxidil (5%) use and there is a shadow now! Transgender 11/7/2023
The post discusses the user's experience with topical minoxidil (5%) for hair loss, showing some improvement after 2 months. Suggestions from others include keeping the hair shorter on the sides and back, adding finasteride for better results, and considering a shaved head look, though the latter was debated for its femininity.
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