Didn’t realize how much volume was added until recently (1.5 yr on fin, 6 months on min) Progress Pictures 11/9/2023
The conversation discusses hair loss treatment progress, with the user being on finasteride for 1.5 years and minoxidil for 6 months. They mention experiencing occasional erectile dysfunction as a side effect.
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