A side to side comparison, two and half months apart
    Progress Pictures 8/2/2024

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    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    💊 Finasteride (oral) 1 mg 1x daily 2.5 months
    💧 Minoxidil (topical) 2x daily 2.5 months
    derma stamp inconsistently
    the tone is 😀 positive with some growth results.

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    A user shared progress pictures showing hair improvement after using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for two and a half months. They are considering a hair transplant but are advised to wait for full results from the treatments.
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