Fin & min. Hairloss/sheds/hair cycles Finasteride/Dutasteride 7/1/2025
The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for 11 months but is experiencing increased hair loss and no signs of improvement. Another user shares a similar experience and mentions iron deficiency and thyroid issues affecting hair loss despite using the treatments.
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