From Balding Crown to Full Coverage – My Real Progress with a Combined Protocol (But One Big Question About the Hairline) Progress Pictures 5/5/2025
The user shared their successful hair regrowth using oral finasteride, minoxidil foam, a custom topical solution, ketoconazole shampoo, and microneedling, resulting in significant improvement at the crown. However, they experienced hairline recession after switching to a topical solution with finasteride and minoxidil, raising concerns about its effectiveness.
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The user began experiencing hair loss at 14 and is now starting treatment at 18 with a topical solution of 10% minoxidil-finasteride and ketoconazole shampoo. Oral finasteride was not recommended due to potential effects on growth, and microneedling will be considered after four months.
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