1 year update, min, dermarolling, female pattern baldness. Is this regrowth? 7/28/2025
The user has been using minoxidil and dermarolling for 9 months and saw palmetto for 2 weeks to address female pattern baldness with vertex balding. They are seeking feedback on any progress in hair regrowth.
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