Started fighting hair loss at 55, it's working. Update 1/22/2024
A user started treating hair loss at 55 using 0.5 mg finasteride, 5% minoxidil every second day, and microneedling. They saw noticeable improvement, especially in the front and a previously smooth bald spot.
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