M26 – 6.5 weeks in: vellus hairs appearing forehead. Strong/hyperresponder? Progress Pictures 5/7/2025
The user is using a combination of finasteride, dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, PRP, and stem cell treatments for hair loss. They report slowed shedding and new vellus hairs on the hairline, questioning if they are a strong responder to the treatment.
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