7 months fin, 10 months min, 4 months dut. Should I continue? Is this regrowth? 6/14/2024
The user has been using finasteride for 7 months, minoxidil for 10 months, and dutasteride for 4 months with minimal results and is considering stopping treatment. Replies suggest continuing treatment, adding microneedling, and checking DHT levels.
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