On Fin / Min for 1 year plus... is this progress? Progress Pictures 2/16/2026
A user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for over a year with little progress in hair regrowth and is considering switching to dutasteride. They are also using microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, and considering red light therapy, but are frustrated with the lack of results.
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