Opinion on possible regrowth (incl. early fin/min results)
    Is this regrowth? 4/27/2024

    From the encyclopedia
    Finasteride โ†’

    Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia

    Minoxidil โ†’

    An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects

    At a glance
    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    ๐Ÿ’Š Finasteride (oral) 5mg daily 3 months
    ๐Ÿ’ง Minoxidil (topical) daily 3 months
    ๐Ÿ’ง derma roller/pen (topical)
    the tone is ๐Ÿ˜€ positive with some growth results.

    Other terms

    The user experienced significant hair loss due to health issues and is now using finasteride and minoxidil for nearly 3 months. They are hopeful about tiny hairs/dots indicating regrowth and are considering a hair transplant later in the year.
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