Losing grond with fin/min. Should I keep going?
    Satire 2/25/2023

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    In this question or advice post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    ๐Ÿ’ง Minoxidil (topical) 3 months
    ๐Ÿ’Š Finasteride (oral) 3 months
    the tone is ๐Ÿ˜ž negative with no growth results.

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    Hair loss treatments, specifically trying Minoxidil and finasteride combined with other methods such as microneedling and diet changes. Suggestions for coping strategies have also been offered.
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