M24: 3 months of results using minoxidil 5% and finesteride 0.1% tropical. Progress Pictures 12/2/2025
The user has been using minoxidil 5% and finasteride 0.1% topically, along with oral minoxidil and finasteride, for three months without major improvement in hair loss. They are also taking vitamin D3, B12, iron, and zinc supplements.
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