21M - Mixed results of 11 months of Oral Min (2.5) and Fin (1mg) Progress Pictures 6/4/2025
A 21-year-old has mixed results after 11 months of using oral Minoxidil (2.5mg) and Finasteride (1mg) for hair loss. They recently added 1% Keto shampoo, dermaneedling, and increased Minoxidil dosage, and are considering a hair transplant for improved density and aesthetics.
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