4.5 Months on 0,25 Finasteride only | 23M Progress Pictures 11/28/2025
A 23-year-old male has been using 0.25mg finasteride daily for 4.5 months to address early-stage male pattern baldness, with positive results and no significant side effects. He plans to continue with this dosage and may consider increasing it or adding minoxidil if necessary.
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