Minor success story, hopefully this helps anyone considering treatment. Is this regrowth? 11/19/2025
The user experienced improved hair density after using finasteride for over a year and oral minoxidil for about four months, with noticeable results around 10 months. They reported minor side effects from minoxidil but plan to adjust the dosage.
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