Starting to current pictures. ~13 months fin 2 years min. Progress Pictures 6/27/2024
A user shared progress pictures after 13 months on finasteride and 2 years on minoxidil. Replies discussed consistency, side effects, shedding phases, and the effectiveness of topical versus oral minoxidil.
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