Am I crazy for thinking finasteride's done nothing for me? 18 y/o vs. 21 (10 months finasteride + minoxidil) Progress Pictures 5/24/2026
Finasteride and minoxidil have helped maintain hair density and possibly improved coverage, though results vary and regrowth can take time. Some suggest trying dutasteride and oral minoxidil for more significant regrowth.
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community Has anyone actually combined Oral AND Topical Fin/Dut + Minoxidil? Studies vs. Real-world results.
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