4 months in and my hair is worse, any advice or help? Progress Pictures 4/30/2026
The conversation is about a user experiencing worsening hair loss despite using minoxidil for four months, with suggestions to add finasteride or dutasteride for better results. Some users recommend consulting a dermatologist and considering other treatments like steroids if it's alopecia areata.
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6 / 1000+ resultscommunity 21 male. Using minoxidil for 2 months twice daily it's worsening hairloss.
A 21-year-old male using minoxidil and finasteride for two months is experiencing increased hair loss, which is considered normal and part of the shedding process. Users advise continuing treatment, as results typically appear after 6 months to a year, and suggest adding vitamins, microneedling, or considering dutasteride for aggressive hair loss.
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