Did I make some Progress (real question)!? Is this regrowth? 6/18/2024
The user noticed temple recession and front thinning. Their treatment includes microneedling, topical minoxidil and finasteride, biotin, zinc, selenium, vitamin D3, rosemary oil, and specific shampoos.
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