Before vs after 80 days on oral minoxidil, is there a difference ? Progress Pictures 2/27/2026
The user shared progress pictures after 80 days on oral minoxidil, noting improvement despite some shedding and no side effects. The discussion included comparisons between oral and topical minoxidil, with some users preferring oral for convenience and effectiveness.
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1 year ago The user experienced hair shedding after using finasteride and topical minoxidil since August 2024, and briefly adding oral minoxidil in early 2025. They suspect the shedding might be due to the oral minoxidil, a bad batch of finasteride, or a normal shedding cycle, and are also experiencing an itchy scalp and acne.
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