Approx. 3 months (12 weeks and 3 days / 88 days total) on 1mg Finasteride 8/22/2026
A 27-year-old male has been using 1mg finasteride daily for hair loss and noticed improved crown density after three months. He previously used topical minoxidil but stopped due to scalp irritation and is considering oral minoxidil or a hair transplant in the future.
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