Is shedding different hair lengths good or bad? Finasteride/Dutasteride 4/24/2026
The conversation discusses hair shedding while using 0.5 mg dutasteride daily for 8.5 months, with users sharing experiences of shedding various hair lengths and thicknesses. It is suggested that shedding can be part of the hair cycle synchronization and may not indicate worsening hair loss.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Is this good improvement? 3-4 months in
The user experienced increased hair density and thickness after 3-4 months using finasteride, minoxidil, dermastamping, ketoconazole, and biotin. They apply minoxidil right after dermastamping without any side effects or shedding.
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The user is experiencing a difficult shedding phase after starting a hair loss treatment with oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling. Despite the shedding, they remain hopeful for regrowth and plan to continue the treatment, encouraged by others' positive results.
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