Month 4 of an intense shed after nearly 2 years on fin + min Update 4/19/2026
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity 22M loosing ground - 1MG fin + 2% Keto Shampoo
A 22-year-old using finasteride and 2% ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss sees mixed results after three months, with some improvement at the crown but worsening at the temples. Suggestions include waiting 6-12 months, considering dutasteride, adding minoxidil, microneedling, caffeine tonic, and retinol.
community One month on oral fin. 20 years old. What the fuck is going on
A 20-year-old experiencing hair shedding after starting oral finasteride is advised to continue treatment and consider adding topical minoxidil. Shedding is normal, and patience is needed for hair regrowth.
community 4.5 months/ Fin+Niz+Keto+Vitamins+Derm+Cold Water only washes
User achieved hair regrowth in 4.5 months using Fin, Min, Nizoral, vitamins, dermarolling, and cold water washes. Cold water washes improved scalp health, but unsure if significant contributor to regrowth.
community Oral 1mg Fin/ 2.5mg Min (Before/After)
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, specifically the transition from topical to oral minoxidil and finasteride, and the associated shedding phase. Users advise patience and consistency, noting that shedding is common and improvement may take several months.
community On Dutasteride 0.5mg ED for almost 2 years. Increasingly shedding hair for more than 5 months.
The user experienced increased hair shedding after switching from finasteride to dutasteride, despite lifestyle improvements and additional treatments like oral minoxidil and PRP. They are concerned about persistent shedding, changes in hormone levels, and potential chronic telogen effluvium, and are considering a scalp biopsy for further investigation.
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