Almost 1 year on finasteride, but my hair seems to be getting much thinner lately 8/31/2026
The user has been on finasteride for almost a year but is experiencing increased hair thinning and shedding, leading to concerns about the treatment's effectiveness. Suggestions include continuing finasteride, considering minoxidil or dutasteride, and checking lifestyle factors like diet and stress.
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