My 2 Year Hairloss Experience 10/22/2020
The user experienced hair loss improvement using finasteride, minoxidil, Nizoral, and dermastamping over two years, progressing from a diffuse NW3-3.5 to a thicker NW2.5. They advise starting treatment early, enduring shedding phases, and avoiding excessive time on forums.
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