very happy with my results at 3 months of oral min + 4 months of fin Progress Pictures 1/20/2026
The user is pleased with their hair growth results after using oral minoxidil (2.5mg) for 3 months and finasteride (1mg) for 4 months, despite experiencing significant shedding initially. They prefer oral treatments over topical due to convenience and concerns about toxicity to pets.
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