For those who believe if they stop treating the issue somehow they will retain their progress..nope Finasteride/Dutasteride 1/6/2023
Stopping treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, or Dutasteride leads to hair loss reversal. Personal reasons, such as planning for a baby, can influence the decision to stop these treatments despite the known consequences.
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