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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.

The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride and experienced heavy hair shedding around six months in, affecting even transplanted hair. They are seeking others' experiences with similar shedding after switching medications.

A 20-year-old is experiencing hair loss and is using finasteride, ketoconazole, and topical minoxidil. They suspect retrograde alopecia due to hair loss on the sides and nape, despite noticing some hair thickening on top.

A 22-year-old is using dutasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, focusing on the crown area, and has not experienced shedding after 11 weeks. They are seeking advice on when shedding might occur and what Norwood level they might achieve.

A user experienced androgenic alopecia starting at the vertex without frontal hairline recession and is seeking information on this pattern. Another user noted that vertex or diffuse hair loss is common among men.

The user is experiencing hair loss and has tried various treatments including topical and oral finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, and ketoconazole, but continues to lose hair. They are considering alternative solutions like hair systems due to the lack of improvement and a scalp condition called CVG.

An 18-year-old is experiencing hair loss and has been using topical minoxidil consistently for over a year, with some improvement in hair density. They tried switching to a combination of topical finasteride and minoxidil but experienced possible side effects, so they returned to using only minoxidil, along with biotin and dermarolling, and are seeking advice on whether finasteride might still be effective for them.

User experienced hair loss after starting dutasteride, but saw regrowth with finasteride. They wonder if dutasteride can cause initial shedding but eventually lead to hair regrowth.

Ketoconazole shampoo helps reduce hair shedding and improve thickness for some, but can cause dryness or irritation. Its effectiveness compared to finasteride or minoxidil varies among users.

A 17-year-old using 5% topical minoxidil experienced significant hair shedding after a year, possibly due to a "synchronization shed" and deficiencies in vitamin D and iron. Recommendations include continuing minoxidil, optimizing vitamin D and iron levels, and reducing tretinoin use if scalp irritation occurs.

The user switched from topical to oral minoxidil to improve hair regrowth but experienced significant shedding after one month. They are considering continuing oral minoxidil for six months before deciding whether to switch back to topical if no improvements occur.

The user is experiencing worsening hair loss despite using oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, microneedling, keto shampoo, and supplements for seven months. They are concerned about continued shedding and lack of regrowth, and are considering adding topical minoxidil to their routine.

Minoxidil and finasteride may cause different shedding patterns; the user experienced shedding with finasteride which stopped, and is now concerned about potential shedding after starting minoxidil. They have been on finasteride for 3 months, minoxidil for 1 week, and had exosome therapy 1 month ago.

The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, with the original poster using microneedling, rosemary oil, pumpkin seed oil, and Nizoral shampoo, and experiencing increased shedding. Responses suggest that shedding is typically a good sign only with medical treatments like minoxidil or finasteride, and recommend considering DHT blockers or medical treatments for effective results.

The user has been using finasteride (1mg) and minoxidil (3mg) since mid-September and is concerned about continued hair shedding. They are seeking opinions on whether this is normal.

The user has been using Dutasteride, Oral Minoxidil, and Nizoral shampoo for hair loss but still experiences shedding and a thinning hairline. Suggestions include stopping Nizoral, considering finasteride, and addressing scalp health issues like dandruff.

The user experienced increased hair shedding after one month on 0.25 mg finasteride, despite initial improvement. This shedding may be a normal phase in the hair cycle and could improve in the coming months.

A user is experiencing significant hair loss and scalp issues despite using Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 since 2017. They switched to oral Minoxidil and are now on isotretinoin and topical corticosteroids for seborrheic dermatitis but continue to lose hair and seek advice on whether inflammation or treatment changes are the cause.

Dutasteride can drastically reduce sebum production, leading to dryer hair and shedding. Alternating shampoos and periodic silica supplementation can improve hair quality and thickness.

The conversation discusses a video about hair shedding related to finasteride and dutasteride, with some users debating the credibility of non-professional sources. The video is praised for compiling work by doctors and researchers, despite some users preferring content from licensed medical professionals.

The user is concerned about whether their hair styling is causing thinning or if it's natural. They are considering treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, or RU58841 for hair loss.

The user experienced hair thickening and reduced shedding using minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride, with a switch from finasteride to dutasteride due to ineffectiveness. They also use a saw palmetto shampoo and take vitamin D3 supplements, while considering potential underlying causes like vitamin deficiencies and hard water buildup.

Applying minoxidil and finasteride to the temples won't cause shedding elsewhere. Shedding occurs due to hair follicles resetting their growth cycle, not the application location.

The user experienced increased shedding and an itchy scalp after switching from Ascend to Aurobindo finasteride. They are considering switching to dutasteride and are concerned about elevated estrogen levels and the effectiveness of adding minoxidil later.

The conversation is about concerns over starting minoxidil due to the initial shedding phase, with minoxidil being the only available treatment option. Despite fears, shedding is a normal part of the process and indicates new hair growth.

The user "OP" is frustrated with hair loss despite using oral minoxidil, topical finasteride, and oral dutasteride. Other users suggest keto shampoo, lifestyle changes, and low light laser therapy.

The user is using oral dutasteride, oral minoxidil, topical minoxidil, finasteride solution, tazarotene, calcipotriol, and a peptide serum for hair loss but is concerned about continued hair shedding. They are advised to stop smoking as it may worsen hair loss and to give the treatments more time to work.

The user is concerned about hair loss, particularly at the crown, and is using topical finasteride and ketoconazole shampoo but avoids minoxidil due to side effects. Opinions vary, with some suggesting the hair looks worse, while others see no change or slight improvement; additional treatments like oral finasteride and micro-needling are suggested.

Switching brands of minoxidil and finasteride may cause changes in hair progress and increased shedding. The user noticed more shedding and thinner hair after changing brands and increasing the dosage to 5mg per day.

M23 with diffuse thinner hair experienced improvements after 7 months on Fin, but noticed hair thinning again recently. Seeking advice on when second shedding stops and better hair growth begins.