Finasteride only results for diffuse thinners without receding hairline Finasteride/Dutasteride 8/2/2024
A user is discussing their experience with finasteride for diffuse thinning without a receding hairline, noting a massive shedding phase in the fourth month that is now slowing down. Other replies are off-topic and not relevant to the treatment discussion.
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