Lil 4 month progress just on fin/min. Nothing special but realistic. I Like looking at my dead face when I was at my worst compared to now, gym helps yall Progress Pictures 3/13/2023
Slow_Class_4465's progress using finasteride and minoxidil to address hair loss, which has resulted in drastic improvement. Other users have shared their experiences with the treatments, including possible side effects.
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