Overall thickening but hairline getting worse at 5 months - thoughts/experiences Update 3/31/2025
The user is experiencing hair thickening with oral minoxidil but notices worsening hairline and considers starting finasteride despite concerns about gynecomastia. They are also considering using Latisse on their hairline and seek advice on potential outcomes and experiences with these treatments.
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