M22. Body dysmorphia, can't tell if it is getting better or worse. What do you think? Is this regrowth? 4/13/2025
The user's hair appears to have improved, looking thicker and healthier, especially around the temples, after using topical minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and tretinoin. Most participants agree the last picture shows significant improvement, though one disagrees.
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