Been on Fin 1 year and 7 months and 2.5 Oral minoxidil for 6 months Is this regrowth? 7/4/2025
The user has been using finasteride for 1 year and 7 months and oral minoxidil for 6 months, noticing peach fuzz that may turn into terminal hair. The user has experienced no side effects and is considering additional treatments like dermarolling and possibly increasing the minoxidil dose.
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