Crazy Journey (5 Difficult Years)
    Progress Pictures 6/7/2025

    At a glance
    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    hair transplant (surgical) 8000 grafts 2 surgeries 3 years
    💊 Minoxidil (oral) 5mg 2.5mg in the morning and 2.5mg at night 2 years
    the tone is 😀 positive with satisfaction with current results.

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    A user shared their hair restoration journey after a botched transplant, highlighting successful results with 8000 grafts and 5mg oral minoxidil, while choosing not to use finasteride due to potential side effects. The user reported no side effects from minoxidil, except for extra body hair, and expressed satisfaction with the current results.
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