How’s this progress looking? (18yo, 3.5m min, 2m fin) Progress Pictures 5/17/2025
An 18-year-old is using minoxidil, finasteride, and tretinoin for hair loss, with concerns about uneven temple progress. They have been on minoxidil for 3.5 months and finasteride for 2 months.
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For hair loss, start with Finasteride, Minoxidil, Ketoconazole shampoo, and Microneedling. For severe cases, consider Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, or hair transplants.
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Key treatments for hair preservation include minoxidil, finasteride/dutasteride, and microneedling, with additional options like specific shampoos, oils, biotin, zinc, tretinoin, clascoterone, and low-level laser therapy. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle, reducing stress, and addressing nutrient deficiencies can also support hair health.
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