Shedding again.. 10/11 months into oral finasteride. Please tell me this is normal… Finasteride/Dutasteride 4/25/2026
The user is experiencing diffuse thinning after 10-11 months on oral finasteride and is concerned about whether this is a normal shedding phase. They have been using topical finasteride and minoxidil for over a year.
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