4.5 months of Dut/5% topical min
    Progress Pictures 9/28/2024

    From the encyclopedia
    Dutasteride →

    Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks

    Minoxidil →

    An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects

    Microneedling →

    technique to create small wounds in skin to activate collagen production and hair growth

    At a glance
    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    Dutasteride 4.5 months
    💧 Minoxidil (topical) 5% 4.5 months
    Microneedling 1-2x per week 2 months
    Scalp exfoliation 1x weekly 2.5 months
    the tone is 😀 positive with significant hair growth results.

    Other terms

    OP saw significant hair growth after starting scalp exfoliation and using 5% topical minoxidil for 4.5 months, along with microneedling initially. Users discussed the benefits of exfoliation and inquired about experiences with finasteride and dutasteride.
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