My results after starting Dutasteride + oral minoxidil. Progress Pictures 1/2/2023
A user who, after experiencing hair loss 4 years ago, used topical minoxidil for some good results. Two years later, finasteride was added with limited success. After consulting a dermatologist, dutasteride and oral minoxidil were introduced to the treatment plan; after two months of use, there have been notable improvements in both density and quality of hair as well as less shedding.
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