(23M) 1.5 Years of Minoxidil & Finasteride Progress Pictures 2/7/2025
A 23-year-old male experienced significant hair and beard growth using oral minoxidil (2.5mg) and finasteride (1mg) daily, with some initial shedding and a reduced libido. The treatment also unexpectedly thickened his eyebrows.
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