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      community 4 month top fin/min - is it shedding or not working?

      in Progress Pictures  36 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user is experiencing significant hair shedding after four months of using topical finasteride and minoxidil, questioning if it's a normal shedding phase or if the treatment isn't working. They are considering switching to oral treatments and have increased their finasteride concentration, while also using keto and caffeine shampoos.

      community How many sheds have you had, and over what period of time?

      in Minoxidil  14 upvotes 2 months ago
      People using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss experience multiple shedding phases, with some reporting regrowth and improved self-esteem, while others struggle with ongoing hair loss. Despite the challenges, many find the treatments worthwhile, though results vary.

      community Long term Fin/Min random shed experience

      in Update  15 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair shedding while using finasteride and oral minoxidil but found that the shedding eventually stopped, and hair returned to its previous state. They advise patience, continuing medication, and maintaining good nutrition, including Vitamin D.

      community Second shed and what I have learned (don't worry!)

      in Minoxidil  45 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 25-year-old experienced significant hair regrowth using 5% minoxidil for 9.5 months despite an initial shed and a second shedding phase lasting 3.5 months. They encourage others to persist with minoxidil treatment through shedding as regrowth can occur.

      community 31 year old female, stopped the shed

       6 upvotes 10 years ago
      A 31-year-old female stopped excessive hair shedding using Nizoral shampoo, diluted apple cider vinegar rinse, daily scalp massages, and oral iron and biotin supplements. She noticed a significant reduction in hair loss after 2.5 months and is observing potential regrowth.

      community Anyone Else Balding but Never Notice Shedding?

      in Chat  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user discusses their experience with hair loss, noting they don't notice shedding despite using finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin. Others share similar experiences, suggesting that shedding varies and may not occur for everyone using these treatments.

      community Second shedding phase after 6 months? Should I worry?

      in Is this regrowth?  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 20-year-old started using minoxidil, rosemary oil, Alpecin caffeine shampoos, scalp massager, derma rollers, and supplements for hair regrowth, seeing significant improvement initially. However, after 6 months, they noticed increased shedding and thinning, causing concern about whether this is normal or indicative of a problem.

      community Getting hit hard by the shed….

      in Progress Pictures  88 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is experiencing significant hair shedding after starting a treatment regimen of 1mg oral finasteride, 3mg oral minoxidil, 2.5mg biotin, and vitamins. Despite the shedding, they remain optimistic and plan to continue the treatment for a year before making any conclusions.

      community Are multiple shedding phases normal?

      in General  65 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user started using 2.5 mg Minoxidil and 1.5 mg Finasteride five months ago, experienced initial shedding, saw progress, but is now concerned about recent hair loss. Another user reassures them that shedding is normal and suggests continuing the treatment.

      community Shedding like crazy for the past 3 months

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using finasteride for 4 years and minoxidil for 1 year, with a recent break from minoxidil due to shedding concerns. They resumed minoxidil and started dutasteride 3 times a week, but are experiencing increased hair shedding.

      community Oral Min shed is brutal . Do I keep going?

      in Minoxidil  94 upvotes 11 months ago
      The conversation discusses the experience of hair shedding after starting sublingual oral Minoxidil, with the user questioning whether to continue the treatment. Responses suggest persisting with the treatment as shedding might lead to positive results.

      community 3 weeks on topical fin, started shedding hard

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 6 years ago
      A user experienced significant hair shedding after three weeks of using topical finasteride. They are concerned about the effects of ethanol in topical minoxidil and are unsure if they should wash their hair daily.

      community 10 months in and in the middle of a huge shed

      in Progress Pictures  10 upvotes 1 week ago
      The user is experiencing a significant hair shed at 10 months but sees improvement compared to 4 months ago. They are using Hims products, Feel Confident shampoo, Nizoral, a light therapy cap, and The Ordinary hair serum.

      community 2nd shed Update: Lost everything and still losing like crazy.

      in Update  176 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair loss after initially successful treatment with minoxidil and finasteride, leading to a second shedding phase. They are considering switching to oral minoxidil for convenience and are advised to continue treatment despite the shedding, as regrowth is expected.

      community Second shed and more abnormalities

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using oral finasteride for 15 months and oral minoxidil for 6 months, and developed alopecia areata, for which a dermatologist prescribed calcipotriol/betamethasone. The treatment is helping, but the user is experiencing another shedding phase and is concerned about the effects of the steroid cream and the cause of hair loss.