7.5 months on finasteride — is this regrowth or is my hairline still receding? 8/8/2026
The user has been on finasteride for 7 months and is experiencing some shedding but also visible hair thickening. Suggestions include considering dutasteride and adding minoxidil for better regrowth.
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