1 year Post HT 2200 Grafts + fin 8 Months Then switched to dut Progress Pictures 7/7/2022
A user who experienced positive results from using finasteride and dutasteride to treat their hair loss, with 2000 grafts being transplanted in the temples area for further improvement. They also discussed cost and other treatments such as minoxidil.
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