[28M] 1 year and 5 months update Progress Pictures 4/2/2026
A user shared their 1 year and 5 months update on using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, noting improved hair density but a still receding hairline. They mentioned being inconsistent with minoxidil initially and experiencing more hair shedding after starting it.
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