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      community Seborrheic dermatitis - can it cause long-term shedding (or telogen effluvium)?

      in Advice  5 upvotes 6 years ago
      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.

      community Switching from oral to topical dut

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 4 months ago
      Switching from oral to topical dutasteride can cause shedding due to changes in DHT levels, and it's recommended to overlap both treatments to minimize this effect. Topical dutasteride may cause scalp irritation, and the user is considering dutasteride mesotherapy as an alternative.

      community Progress enough for the first 5 weeks?

      in Progress Pictures  124 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing significant hair regrowth after 5 weeks using 1mg oral finasteride, topical minoxidil twice daily, and ketoconazole shampoo every 5 days. They noticed initial shedding with minoxidil but are now feeling new hair growth.

      community 2 months progress on Finasteride

      in Progress Pictures  216 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user reported hair thinning, started using finasteride, and experienced a significant initial hair shed followed by noticeable hair regrowth after 2 months. Some responders questioned the rapid progress, while another noted that finasteride typically increases hair density by 16% after 2 years.

      community Using topicals after hair transplant if safe to do so

      in Transplants  7 upvotes 2 months ago
      After a hair transplant, it's advised to stop using RU58841 and minoxidil to avoid irritation, resuming them 25-30 days post-surgery if the scalp is healed. The user is currently using finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, but there are concerns about the safety and efficacy of RU58841 in humans.

      community Ketoconazole shampoo for early-stage shedding looks like working!

      in Ketoconazole  33 upvotes 11 months ago
      Ketoconazole shampoo may help with early-stage hair loss by stopping hair regression and promoting new hair growth, though its effectiveness as a DHT blocker is debated. Users report varying results, with some experiencing dryness and others seeing improvement when used 2-3 times a week.

      community Anyone who is not taking fin after hair transplant, how is you hair now?

      in Transplants  81 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about the effectiveness of finasteride (fin) in preventing hair loss after a hair transplant. Some users have experienced hair thinning and loss after stopping finasteride, while others have had success with finasteride and minoxidil (min) in maintaining their transplanted hair. The general consensus is that finasteride is important for younger patients to prevent further hair loss.

      community October 2024 - Jan 2025 4 months

      in Progress Pictures  32 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair regrowth using topical finasteride 1% and minoxidil 5% over four months, with no side effects and improved hair density. They initially experienced shedding, which was followed by regrowth, and they stopped dermarolling due to concerns about damaging new growth.

      community Summed up version of my hair loss journey so far

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  9 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user started a hair loss treatment with oral minoxidil, topical finasteride, and microneedling, later switching to oral finasteride and topical minoxidil. Despite initial stabilization, shedding resumed, and the user is considering switching to dutasteride after 12 months.

      community Has anyone had similar experience around 9 months, and then seen results later (like after 12 months)?

      in Is this regrowth?  14 upvotes 10 months ago
      The user is experiencing increased hair loss 9 months into a treatment with topical finasteride and minoxidil, along with supplements, and is questioning if this is a temporary phase or if the treatment is ineffective. Opinions vary, with some suggesting shedding is normal, while others debate the effectiveness of topical treatments and the impact of supplements.

      community The Empire (Itch) Strikes Back

      in Is this regrowth?  5 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 22-year-old male using 0.5mg Dutasteride and 2.5mg oral Minoxidil daily for 5.5 months reports increased shedding and scalp itching. He also experienced acne and is concerned about whether the shedding is normal and if daily hair washing for seborrheic dermatitis is causing dryness.

      community Before and after 3 months fin and min

      in Is this regrowth?  17 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user reported potential hair regrowth after 3 months of using finasteride and minoxidil. Others discussed varying results and experiences with these treatments, including differences in shedding and regrowth.

      community 8 months post op Dr Christina HDC Cyprus

      in Transplants  261 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 40-year-old shared their positive experience with a second hair transplant at HDC Cyprus, involving 4148 grafts and costing around 9,000 euros. They used oral minoxidil, Dutasteride, biotin, and vitamins to aid recovery and were pleased with the results.

      community Oral fin -> topical, shedding like hell

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  19 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user experienced severe side effects from oral finasteride, including sexual dysfunction and mental health issues, and switched to topical finasteride, which led to significant hair shedding. They are considering other treatments like RU58841 or topical dutasteride and are advised to check testosterone levels and address potential underlying health issues.

      community 1 month progress. Fin+minox+dermarolling+ketoconazole

      in Is this regrowth?  10 upvotes 2 years ago
      After one month of treatment with finasteride, minoxidil, dermarolling, ketoconazole shampoo, hair vitamins, and vitamin D3, the user reports minimal visual progress and increased shedding, but notes stronger body hair and light fuzz on eyebrows. The user is inquiring about potential hair regrowth.

      community Give me courage, friends! / Is finasteride response correlated with aggressiveness of hair loss?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user has been using topical finasteride for seven months and minoxidil for three years, with added tretinoin gel for ten months, and is experiencing continuous shedding without signs of regrowth. They are questioning if the amount of shedding is normal at this stage of treatment and if there's a correlation between finasteride response and the rate of hair loss.

      community 8 months of 1mg Fin and Minoxidil Foam

      in Is this regrowth?  11 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using 1mg finasteride daily, minoxidil foam once or twice a day, and Nizoral shampoo 3-4 times weekly for 8 months, noticing some shedding but not much growth. Others suggest patience, microneedling, or additional treatments like dutasteride, PRP, or exosomes for better results.

      community Before vs 3 months on minoxidil

      in Progress Pictures  107 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is pleased with hair regrowth after three months of using minoxidil and plans to start finasteride for further improvement. They experienced initial shedding but no significant side effects and are considering finasteride despite some medical hesitations.

      community Topical 5% Min - 2% Keto shampoo - 4 months update - 26M out

      in Is this regrowth?  10 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 26-year-old male experiencing hair loss since 2020 is using topical 5% Minoxidil and 2% Ketoconazole shampoo for four months, still experiencing significant shedding. He is considering cutting his hair short and has not yet started DHT blockers like Finasteride or Dutasteride.

      community 5 weeks tretinoin, severe shed and thinning.

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user has been using minoxidil for 5 years and finasteride for 7 months, with recent addition of tretinoin cream causing significant hair shedding. Other users suggest the shedding indicates effectiveness and recommend continuing tretinoin use.
      M22:Hair Query. Advice Needed

      community M22:Hair Query. Advice Needed

      in General  56 upvotes 1 year ago
      Rapid weight loss led to hair thinning and shedding. Suggested treatments include minoxidil, finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and CBD with MCT oil.