6 month f/u appt with derm (6m - fin 1mg) sharing what I was told Chat 1/25/2024
A user experienced hair regrowth after 6 months on finasteride, which is earlier than the usual 12-18 months observed by their dermatologist. The dermatologist noted this as an exceptionally good response.
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