4 months on dut and topical min as a 23 year old
    Progress Pictures 1/10/2025

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    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    💊 Dutasteride (oral) 0.5mg everyday 4 months
    💧 Topical Minoxidil (topical) 5% once everyday 4 months
    💧 Tretinoin (topical) 0.025% every other day
    💧 Regenepure DR shampoo (topical) 1% ketoconazole 1-2 times a week
    💧 Rosemary Oil (topical) 1-2 times a week
    💉 Testosterone Replacement Therapy (injection) 100mg per week 3 months
    the tone is 😀 positive with improved crown thickness, persistent temple thinning results.

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    A 23-year-old shares progress in hair quality after 4 months using dutasteride, topical minoxidil, and other treatments, noting improved crown thickness but persistent temple thinning. They switched from finasteride to dutasteride due to side effects and started testosterone replacement therapy, which they believe helps mitigate side effects.
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