Been using 5% topical minoxidil... Any progress?? Progress Pictures 8/8/2025
A 28-year-old male has been using 5% minoxidil, derma stamping weekly, and daily scalp massages to address hair loss. He is hesitant to use DHT inhibitors like finasteride or dutasteride despite suggestions from others.
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