Miniaturization or regrowth? How can I tell them apart?
Treatment 1/13/2026

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In this question or advice post, the primary subjects mentioned are

💊 Finasteride (oral) 0.5mg 16 months

💧 Minoxidil (topical) 11 months

• Microneedling 2 months

the tone is 😐 neutral.

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miniaturization regrowth shedding phases Propecia Rogaine

The user has been using finasteride for 16 months, minoxidil for 11 months, and started microneedling 2 months ago, experiencing shedding phases. They are questioning whether they are experiencing miniaturization or regrowth.

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