2-3 year progress finasteride and minoxidil Is this regrowth? 8/18/2025
The conversation discusses hair regrowth progress using finasteride and minoxidil over 2-3 years, with mixed opinions on the results. Some users note progress, while others are skeptical, and there is a side discussion about potential side effects of finasteride.
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