I can’t tell if this is normal or not

[hopingforthebest]

I’m trying to figure out if my hairline is just naturally going to look how it is now, or if I’m actively losing it and receding further. Please help me figure it out.
22 y.o., if that makes a difference.

 

[hopingforthebest]

Since I am relatively younger, should I avoid finasteride? And if so, is it better to do the S5 cream in addition to minoxidil?

 

[hopingforthebest]

Ok. I was also concerned about the shedding - since my hair is longer currently, would it end up looking strange if I have shorter new hair for a while?

 

[hopingforthebest]

Here are some pictures from about a year ago. It hasn’t changed a ton since I started DHT blocking shampoo from hims, but I feel like that isn’t enough. Do you guys feel less... manly when you take finasteride? I just get nervous about side effects and want some anecdotes to calm my nerves.

 

[hopingforthebest]

Ok, thank you for the advice. I'm going to see an in person doctor as well, just to get a professional opinion.