Scheduled a transplant… but my hair made a comeback and now I’m confused (18 months progress) Progress Pictures 3/22/2025
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using finasteride and minoxidil, leading to doubts about proceeding with a planned hair transplant. Many suggest postponing the transplant to save grafts for future needs, as the current results are impressive.
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