This is my progress so far, what we thinking? Progress Pictures 2/21/2024
The user has been using finasteride for 6.5 months, topical minoxidil for about 4 months, and occasionally microneedling to treat hair loss, and is asking if the progress shown is appropriate for that time. Commenters are congratulating the user on the visible improvement.
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