M26 – 6.5 weeks in: vellus hairs appearing forehead. Strong/hyperresponder?
    Progress Pictures 5/7/2025

    At a glance
    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    💊 Finasteride (oral) 1mg 1x daily 6.5 weeks
    💊 Dutasteride (oral) 0.5mg 1x daily 6.5 weeks
    💊 Minoxidil (oral) 5mg 1x daily 6.5 weeks
    💧 Minoxidil (topical) 5% 1/2x daily 6.5 weeks
    PRP 2x 2 weeks ago
    stem cell treatment 1x 2 weeks ago
    the tone is 😀 positive with some growth results.
    The user is using a combination of finasteride, dutasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, PRP, and stem cell treatments for hair loss. They report slowed shedding and new vellus hairs on the hairline, questioning if they are a strong responder to the treatment.
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