My journey from Norwood 3.5/4 to Norwood 0 Transplants 3/12/2024
A user's hair regrowth journey involved a hair transplant and using RU58841, finasteride, and minoxidil, with side effects managed by other medications.
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research Therapeutic Strategies for Treating Hair Loss
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