My hair journey: I got my hair transplant after almost 5 years
    Progress Pictures 6/26/2025

    At a glance
    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    💧 Minoxidil (topical) 2x a day almost 4 years
    💊 Dutasteride (oral) 0.5 once a day almost 4 years
    Hair Transplant (surgery) 2600 grafts
    💊 Minoxidil (oral)
    the tone is 😀 positive with improved quite a lot results.

    Other terms

    A 27-year-old shared their hair transplant journey after using minoxidil and dutasteride for nearly four years. They underwent a 2600-graft surgery in London, costing £6450, and plan to switch to oral minoxidil during recovery.
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