Guys, is this actually working? 😭 - 3 month min+fin progress 8/31/2026
A 26-year-old male has been using oral and topical minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss over three months, experiencing increased body hair as a side effect but no significant negative effects. He plans to continue treatment consistently for a year before considering a transplant, and users suggest standardizing photo comparisons to accurately track progress.
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