5 years of fin/min…time to get on dut? Or is HT only option? Finasteride/Dutasteride 10/24/2024
The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for 5 years to prevent hair loss and is considering adding dutasteride for regrowth or opting for a hair transplant. Suggestions include trying dutasteride, oral minoxidil, microneedling, and possibly a hair transplant for better results.
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