M19 finasteride my doc said it's not aga until now Finasteride/Dutasteride 5/20/2025
A 19-year-old male with a family history of balding is using finasteride to thicken his hair and is considering whether to add minoxidil. Users suggest continuing finasteride for several months before deciding on minoxidil.
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