How it started and how it's going.
    Progress Pictures 2/28/2025

    From the encyclopedia
    Minoxidil β†’

    Vasodilator used on the scalp and, at low doses, as a tablet

    Dutasteride β†’

    5-alpha reductase inhibitor that blocks both enzyme types, a stronger DHT blocker than finasteride

    Spironolactone β†’

    Blood-pressure and diuretic drug with anti-androgen effects

    At a glance
    In this progress report post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    πŸ’§ Minoxidil (topical) 2 years
    β€’ Minoxidil (sublingual) 1.25mg daily
    πŸ’Š Dutasteride (oral) since January
    β€’ Hormone Replacement Therapy (intramuscular injection) 0.25mg estradiol once every 7 days since 11/14/2019
    πŸ’Š Spironolactone (oral) 50mg twice daily
    πŸ’§ Actonis LaserComb (topical) once daily
    the tone is πŸ˜€ positive with thicker hair and reduced hairline shedding results.

    Other terms

    The user shares their hair growth progress using topical and sublingual minoxidil, dutasteride, hormone replacement therapy, and a laser comb. They report thicker hair and reduced hairline shedding, seeking advice for further thickening.
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