6 month progress on 5mg oral min, 1mg oral fin, topical 5% min, tretinoin, and once a week microneedling. Progress Pictures 2/12/2026
The user shared their 6-month progress using 5mg oral minoxidil, 1mg oral finasteride, topical 5% minoxidil, tretinoin, and weekly microneedling, noting improved results after adding these treatments post hair transplant. They hope for continued improvement.
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