Son, 19: One year of Fin and Min but not seeing results? Finasteride/Dutasteride 7/3/2025
A 19-year-old has been using oral finasteride and minoxidil for a year without noticeable results. Suggestions include adding derma-stamping, increasing ketoconazole shampoo use, and considering vitamin D testing, while acknowledging that response times vary.
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