25M 9 months on Finasteride results Finasteride/Dutasteride 5/14/2025
A 25-year-old experienced hair regrowth and reduced shedding after 9 months on finasteride, with inconsistent minoxidil use. Users discussed hairline changes, shedding phases, and the effectiveness of finasteride, with some mentioning side effects and other treatments like rosemary oil.
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