9 month update: Dutasteride 0.5mg and Oral Minoxidil 2.5mg everyday Progress Pictures 11/17/2023
The conversation is about a 9-month hair regrowth progress using Dutasteride 0.5mg and Oral Minoxidil 2.5mg daily. Users commented on the improved hair quality and requested to see the hairline.
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