Been on treatment for 2 years, hair density is just getting worse 2/4/2025
The user has been using finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841 for hair loss but is experiencing worsening hair density despite treatment. They are frustrated and confused as their hairline remains unchanged, but the overall hair thickness has decreased significantly.
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