One year of Min+Fin treatment, is this maximum we can regrow?
    Progress Pictures 12/5/2024

    From the encyclopedia
    Minoxidil β†’

    An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects

    Finasteride β†’

    Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia

    Microneedling β†’

    technique to create small wounds in skin to activate collagen production and hair growth

    At a glance
    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    πŸ’§ Minoxidil (topical) 1 year
    πŸ’Š Finasteride (oral) alternate days 1 year
    β€’ Microneedling 3 months
    πŸ’§ Ketoconazole shampoo (topical) 2x weekly
    the tone is 😐 neutral.

    Other terms

    The conversation discusses using minoxidil, finasteride, and multivitamins for hair regrowth, with additional treatments like microneedling and ketoconazole shampoo. Suggestions include continuing treatment, considering oral minoxidil, and possibly getting a hair transplant.
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