Finasteride to Dutasteride 6 months teenager 17M AMA Progress Pictures 2/15/2025
A 17-year-old is using oral dutasteride, finasteride, and topical minoxidil for hair loss, with plans to increase dutasteride and consider surgery. They report significant regrowth but are worried about side effects and the effects of blocking DHT at a young age.
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