Increased hair shedding after 3 months of using 0.25mg finasteride, with thin, tapered hairs falling out. The user is concerned about the sudden change in shedding pattern.
A 17-year-old has been using topical minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss but is advised by a dermatologist to taper off due to age concerns. Other users suggest continuing minoxidil but stopping finasteride until at least 18, and consulting a specialized pediatric dermatologist.
The user has been using oral dutasteride and topical minoxidil for 8 years, added oral minoxidil 6 months ago, but continues to experience hair thinning despite reduced shedding. They are considering checking iron levels, switching medication brands, and exploring other treatments like RU58841.
The user has experienced limited hair regrowth using 1mg oral finasteride, topical minoxidil foam, and occasional dermarolling since August 2023. They are considering switching to dutasteride, adding oral minoxidil 2.5 mg, and RU58841 to improve results.
The user stopped oral minoxidil due to side effects and is now using dutasteride mesotherapy and plans to start oral dutasteride. They are concerned about potential hair shedding and wonder if dutasteride alone will be effective.
A user shared their 90-day progress using chewable finasteride, minoxidil, biotin, and vitamins for hair loss. They experienced initial shedding, followed by regrowth of baby hairs, and now have more hair than before starting treatment.
OP experienced thicker hair and less shedding with Nutrafol Women’s Balance but had flushing due to ingredients, and is considering switching to Viviscal Pro with saw palmetto. A user shared that Viviscal increased shedding for both him and his girlfriend, and suggested stopping Nutrafol if the hair loss is due to Telogen effluvium.
An 18-year-old male stopped using finasteride due to side effects and plans to start topical dutasteride, considering it a potential solution with fewer side effects. He continues using minoxidil despite no noticeable results and is exploring other treatments like RU58841.
The user experiences heavy shedding after one year of using 1mg oral finasteride and twice-daily topical minoxidil, recently adding microneedling and daily Nizoral. They also take supplements like vitamin D and biotin.
The user "OP" shared their hair loss journey, detailing their treatment regimen, which includes topical minoxidil, dutasteride, various vitamins, keto shampoo, derma rolling, and oils. They experienced significant shedding around month 6 but believe it has stopped, with hair regrowth resuming.
The user switched from finasteride to DIY dutasteride mesotherapy and topical minoxidil due to side effects. They report improved well-being and no hair loss worsening after stopping finasteride.
A user switched from RU58841 to Pyrilutamide for hair loss treatment after experiencing side effects and continued hair shedding with RU. They are now losing hair faster with Pyrilutamide and questioning if they should revert to RU58841.
The user is trying alternative hair loss treatments like caffeine shampoo and dermarolling before considering minoxidil or other advanced treatments, and has noticed an increase in vellus hairs and some strong terminal hairs after two months of daily caffeine shampoo use. They plan to continue the treatment and document progress.
A dermatologist advised a patient to stop taking finasteride (fin) after turning 40 due to potential risk of aggressive prostate cancer. The patient and others in the conversation debated this advice, discussing the relationship between finasteride, prostate cancer, and hair loss, and considering alternatives like topical finasteride.
A 20-year-old male experiencing significant hair loss started using finasteride and minoxidil, considering switching to dutasteride, and seeking encouragement from others who have seen improvements. Other users shared their experiences with similar treatments, noting improvements in hair coverage and stability, with some considering hair transplants as a future option.
A user's decision to shave their head after struggling with hair loss for seven years, and the medications and treatments they are using to attempt regrowth. They also discuss potential future treatments that may come out in the near future.
The user is experiencing significant hair shedding after three months on oral Dutasteride, Minoxidil, and Vitamin D3, but remains hopeful as shedding can indicate treatment effectiveness. They consider adding topical Minoxidil and dermal needling, while others advise patience.
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, recommending starting with finasteride and minoxidil, possibly adding dutasteride later. Users suggest using a combination of oral and topical treatments, micro-needling, and nizoral shampoo, while emphasizing realistic expectations and the need for lifelong commitment to treatment.
The user has been using topical Minoxidil and oral finasteride for 7 months and switched to dutasteride for 1 month, seeking better results. They are also looking for oral Minoxidil from Thailand and considering using a dermaroller or dermastamp.
A user shared their successful hair regrowth journey using 1mg finasteride daily, 1ml minoxidil nightly, and weekly 1.5mm microneedling. They reported some side effects like reduced semen thickness but are satisfied with the results and recommend topical minoxidil over oral.
The user has been using finasteride for 5 months and minoxidil for 9 months without results and is considering switching to dutasteride. Microneedling seems to be the only effective treatment for them so far.
OP is pausing hair loss treatments to focus on mental health due to anxiety and side effects from RU58841. They plan to try topical finasteride and minoxidil after recovering from pneumonia.
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.
The user experienced hair loss improvement with minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, and keto shampoo but began shedding again despite medication changes. Other users suggest sticking to a consistent treatment plan and checking vitamin levels, as deficiencies can contribute to hair loss.
The user experienced significant hair thickening after one year of using chewable finasteride (1.2 mg) and minoxidil (2.5 mg) without major side effects, except occasional low libido. The user sourced the treatments from Hims and noticed results around 5-6 months, with shedding lasting about two months.
A user's decision to shave their head after experiencing hair loss since the age of 17, and discussion around the potential use of Fin for treating hair loss.
The user is 2 months into using 0.5 mg finasteride, rosemary oil daily, vitamin B12, a 0.5 mm derma roller, and ketoconazole weekly for hair loss. They plan to update their progress monthly.
A 22-year-old male has been using oral finasteride and minoxidil, along with microneedling and ketoconazole shampoo, for hair loss. He is concerned about midscalp progress and is considering switching to dutasteride.
A 19-year-old trans female has been using topical minoxidil and dermarolling for nearly two months, alongside oral minoxidil, finasteride, spironolactone, and estrogen. She noticed significant hair improvement after starting topical minoxidil and dermarolling.
The user used finasteride but stopped due to side effects, then used topical minoxidil for 13 months, and later added KX826/pyrilutamide for 8 months. They experienced shedding after starting pyrilutamide and use minoxidil and KX826 once daily.