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      community Progress update just over a year in

      in Progress Pictures  143 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using 2mg minoxidil and 1mg finasteride daily for over a year, with inconsistent use for two months, and is experiencing a shedding phase. Suggestions include adding dutasteride, micro-needling, and considering a shorter haircut to manage appearance during shedding.

      community Trying intermittent Dutasteride (0.5mg every 5-6 days)

      in Basic Questions  165 upvotes 5 months ago
      A 22-year-old male experienced hair regrowth using an intermittent Dutasteride regimen, oral and topical Minoxidil, FolliHair AM/PM, and Salicia KT shampoo. He stopped Dutasteride due to side effects like dry eyes and skin, but noticed increased hair shedding after stopping.

      community 0-5 months: almost perfect hair regrowth. But now, after ten months….

      in Update  16 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth with topical finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, and dermarolling, but later faced severe hair shedding after stopping dermarolling and reducing ketoconazole use. Suggestions included switching to oral treatments, resuming dermarolling, and considering lifestyle changes.

      community Losing ground on Dut + Min + Ketoconazole

      in General  77 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 25-year-old male using Dutasteride, oral Minoxidil, and Ketoconazole shampoo is experiencing increased hair shedding and vellus hair growth along the hairline. Concerns are raised about whether this is a seasonal shed or a potential setback.

      community Fin/Dut shed + other questions

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is preparing for potential future hair loss treatments and currently uses topical minoxidil, derma rolling, and ketoconazole shampoo. They are concerned about shedding, side effects, and the possibility of starting finasteride or dutasteride along with testosterone.

      community Does switching from Finasteride to Dutasteride cause a shed?

      in Chat  11 upvotes 1 year ago
      Switching from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss can cause increased shedding, which may indicate the treatment is working by replacing old hairs with new ones. The original poster is experiencing aggressive hair thinning despite long-term treatment.

      community Stem Cells May Get Rid Of Balding FOREVER!

      in Technology  11 upvotes 1 year ago
      Stem cell therapy shows promise in treating hair loss by mimicking DHT-resistant cells from the back of the head. Traditional treatments like finasteride are also discussed, but stem cells could potentially offer a more permanent solution.

      community Question about seborrheic dermatitis and keratin

       4 upvotes 6 years ago
      The conversation discusses hair thinning potentially caused by seborrheic dermatitis, with the user considering over-the-counter treatments like Head and Shoulders, Selsun Blue, and Nizoral, while maintaining keratin-treated hair. A suggestion is made to use raw organic honey as a hair mask to treat seborrheic dermatitis without affecting keratin treatments.

      community Switching to Dutasteride Foam During Norwood 2 Shedding Phase

      in General  70 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user is considering switching from Minoxidil to dutasteride for hair loss treatment but is concerned about the potential for increased shedding. They are seeking advice on whether to wait for the current shedding phase to subside before starting dutasteride.

      community Question regarding, tretinoin and Azelaic acid

      in Product  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experienced increased hair fall after switching from a minoxidil, tretinoin, and azelaic acid combo to minoxidil only. They are concerned if the shedding is normal or due to stopping tretinoin and azelaic acid.

      community Increased Hair Shedding After Starting Finasteride

      in Finasteride  75 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user started finasteride in January 2025 and experienced increased hair shedding by March 2025, despite initial improvements from PRP treatment. They are concerned but have read that this shedding might be a temporary phase of the finasteride treatment.

      community Alfatradiol causing shedding ?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced a sudden decrease in hair density after starting alfatradiol while already using finasteride. Another user mentioned that initial shedding can occur with hair loss treatments, but it may not last long.

      community 24 (F), shedding hair for nearly 8-9 months

       4 upvotes 8 years ago
      A 24-year-old female experiencing hair shedding for 8-9 months suspects it may be due to stress or birth control pills. She plans to consult a dermatologist and gynecologist for further insight.

      community Hair shed is driving me crazy/coping with stress

      in Female  11 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 25-year-old female is experiencing hair loss and has tried PRP, Minoxidil 5% with Biotin, and weekly needling sessions. Her doctor suggested switching to GFC treatment and stopping the needling sessions due to increased shedding, which may be caused by Minoxidil.

      community month and a half update,

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 5 years ago
      The user is experiencing severe hair shedding after using RU58841, stemoxydine, and minoxidil, and has stopped using finasteride due to side effects. They hope the shedding is temporary and will lead to regrowth.

      community 8 months of topical min causing insane shed

      in General  67 upvotes 11 months ago
      OP experienced significant hair shedding after 8 months of using topical minoxidil and plans to start finasteride. They are concerned about hair loss and have scheduled a dermatologist appointment.

      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 Shedding on finasteride only; looking for motivation

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  15 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user started finasteride for hair loss and saw improvement, but is now experiencing shedding and thinning in new areas. They added Nizoral due to dandruff caused by finasteride. Replies suggest that shedding is normal around 6 months and advise to stick with the treatment.

      community Been shedding for like 3-4 months now… Finasteride 0.5mg

      in General  50 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user started taking 0.5mg of finasteride daily in July 2024 and experienced good results until December/January, but has been shedding hair for about 3 months since then. They are unsure whether to increase the dose to 1mg or continue with the current regimen.

      community Big sheeding after 9 months on minoxidil. Maybe caused by switching brands?

      in Minoxidil  133 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user experienced significant hair regrowth using Minoxidil but started shedding hair after switching brands and adding treatments like Topical Finasteride and microneedling. They also faced increased hair loss after using Ketoconazole shampoo and are seeking advice on whether brand switching or the shampoo could be the cause.

      community Miniaturization or regrowth? How can I tell them apart?

      in Treatment  11 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user has been using finasteride for 16 months, minoxidil for 11 months, and started microneedling 2 months ago, experiencing shedding phases. They are questioning whether they are experiencing miniaturization or regrowth.