Dutasteride results after 1 year and a few months Progress Pictures 10/13/2025
Switching from finasteride to dutasteride led to significant hair regrowth and thickening for the user, who also uses ketoconazole shampoo. The user experienced increased libido and encourages others not to be discouraged by negative opinions about dutasteride.
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