7 Months Minoxidil: Worse? Help! 8/15/2026
The user has been using oral finasteride for 12 years and added oral minoxidil nearly 7 months ago but sees little improvement and possible worsening of hair loss. They are considering adding or switching to dutasteride and exploring microneedling and laser treatments to improve results.
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