5mg min 0.5mg dut - temple regrowth but ravaged crown? 28M Progress Pictures 3/6/2026
A 28-year-old male is experiencing temple regrowth but crown thinning while using 5mg minoxidil and 0.5mg dutasteride. The shedding phase is seen as a positive sign of treatment effectiveness, with expectations of noticeable improvements around 6 to 12 months.
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