Progress I think. November-Today Is this regrowth? 5/23/2025
The conversation is about a 29-year-old male using finasteride until November 2024, then switching to dutasteride 0.5mg daily and adding minoxidil in February 2025, with noticeable hair regrowth and no side effects. Users comment positively on the progress, including improved hair in the front and increased armpit hair.
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