Progress pictures of crow; been on treatment for 8 months Progress Pictures 5/23/2025
The user has been using a treatment regimen for hair loss for 8 months, including topical 5% minoxidil, 2.5 mg daily minoxidil, 5 mg finasteride every other day, and vitamins. They shared progress pictures showing little change in the crown area.
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