New update: progress pics, stack (shedding i believe has stopped)anyone gone through this? Finasteride/Dutasteride 9/2/2024
The user "OP" shared their hair loss journey, detailing their treatment regimen, which includes topical minoxidil, dutasteride, various vitamins, keto shampoo, derma rolling, and oils. They experienced significant shedding around month 6 but believe it has stopped, with hair regrowth resuming.
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