Update month 4 -Norwood 5/6 reversal π₯π₯π₯12 Feb/22 Jun Finasteride/Dutasteride 6/22/2025
The user experienced significant hair regrowth using a regimen of minoxidil 5% twice daily, finasteride 1 mg daily, microneedling, ketoconazole 2% twice a week, and occasional castor and coconut oil, along with daily scalp massages. They are optimistic about reversing their Norwood 5/6 hair loss.
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