I’ve been on finasteride for 6 months today, now what? Update 10/4/2022
A 20 year old male using finasteride for 6 months, who is still shedding hair and wonders what to do next; other users suggest waiting 6-12 more months and adding minoxidil and microneedling, as well as patience, since results can take up to two years.
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