+ 5 years Finasteride and dermarroll journey and. Ask to long-term users.
    Progress Pictures 3/22/2024

    At a glance
    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    ๐Ÿ’Š Finasteride (oral) 1mg daily 5 years
    ๐Ÿ’ง Dermarolling (topical) 5 years
    ๐Ÿ’ง Ketoconazole (topical) 2-3 times a week
    ๐Ÿ’ง Aloe Vera (topical)
    the tone is ๐Ÿ˜€ positive with some growth results.

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    Over 5 years, the user saw hair improvement using finasteride and dermarolling, but experienced hair loss with weightlifting. Recently increased finasteride dose and is more careful with dermarolling, but is not considering minoxidil.
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