Why is no one talking about coffee and TE/hairloss? Treatment 12/12/2025
The conversation discusses hair loss and its potential link to caffeine consumption, with the original poster experiencing increased shedding after consuming more coffee. They mention being a non-responder to finasteride and plan to reduce coffee intake, while others suggest various factors like stress, physical exertion, and medication changes could also contribute to hair loss.
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