REGROWTH AFTER 12 YEARS! My doctor approves of self-prescribed gray market internet dutasteride!! Female 12/12/2024
A woman experienced hair regrowth after using self-prescribed finasteride and dutasteride from online sources, despite doctors' reluctance to prescribe these due to potential birth defects. Her dermatologist acknowledged the effectiveness of these treatments and advised her to continue using them while avoiding pregnancy.
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