33M progress pics. 4 months on 1mg oral fin and keto shampoo
    Is this regrowth? 11/2/2023

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    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    💊 Finasteride (oral) 1mg daily 4 months
    Ketoconazole (shampoo) daily 4 months
    the tone is 😀 positive with noticeable improvement results.

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    A man in his early 30s noticing hair thinning, mainly on the crown of his head. He's been using 1mg oral finasteride and keto shampoo daily for 4 months, with noticeable improvement and no side effects.
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