No longer seeing any progress, really worried and panicking.
    Progress Pictures 9/20/2025

    At a glance
    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    💊 Dutasteride (oral) 0.5mg 9 months
    💊 Minoxidil (oral) 2.5mg 12 months
    💧 Dutasteride (topical) 0.1% 5 months
    💧 Ketoconazole shampoo (topical) 12 months
    the tone is 😞 negative with no growth results.

    Other terms

    The user is experiencing increased hair thinning and shedding despite using oral dutasteride, oral minoxidil, topical dutasteride, and ketoconazole shampoo. Many recommend considering a hair transplant or embracing baldness, as current treatments seem ineffective.
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