Hey guys, just wanted to share my hair loss journey! Been taking finasteride 1mg and applying minoxidil once a day for 7 months now. Definitely seeing some progress, my hair looks and feels thicker. Anyone else trying these products? Let me know your experience! Progress Pictures 4/10/2023
This conversation is about a user sharing their progress with treating hair loss using finasteride and minoxidil, which others responded to with advice on dosage and other treatments such as microneedling. People also discussed the importance of doing research before starting treatment and being prepared for possible side effects.
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