Switching from topical to oral minoxidil caused heavy shedding and thinner, brighter hair. The user is seeking advice on whether hair can recover to its previous state.
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.
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.
Using a mix of castor, rosemary, and peppermint oils may cause increased hair shedding during washing, possibly due to the need for more rigorous cleaning. The user experiences no irritation but notices more hair fall when using these oils.
The user experienced a severe hair shedding phase after switching to a combination pill of finasteride, minoxidil, and B12, but the shedding has now significantly reduced. Other users shared similar experiences, noting that shedding can be a sign of treatment effectiveness.
After quitting minoxidil 100 days ago, OP is experiencing significant hair shedding, which began a week after stopping and worsened in March. Suggestions include calming the scalp, ensuring adequate protein and iron intake, and consulting a doctor if shedding persists.
Hair shedding is common when using minoxidil and finasteride, often indicating that the treatment is working as weaker hairs fall out to make way for stronger growth. Many users experience multiple shedding cycles before seeing significant hair regrowth.
The conversation discusses hair shedding while using 0.5 mg dutasteride daily for 8.5 months, with users sharing experiences of shedding various hair lengths and thicknesses. It is suggested that shedding can be part of the hair cycle synchronization and may not indicate worsening hair loss.
User discusses hair loss treatments, including fluridil, minoxidil, tretinoin, melatonin, stemoxydine, ketoconazole, and piroctone olamine. They suggest that shedding healthy terminal hairs may be bad, while shedding weaker hairs could indicate a beneficial treatment effect.
The conversation discusses hair shedding while using finasteride and topical minoxidil, with users sharing their experiences of losing 30-100 hairs daily in the shower. One user considers switching to dutasteride due to consistent shedding.
The conversation discusses hair shedding experienced by users on minoxidil and finasteride treatments, with some considering additional options like spironolactone and dutasteride. Many users report experiencing a second shedding phase but are advised to continue treatment as it may lead to thicker hair regrowth.
A 35-year-old is experiencing continued hair shedding despite using Finasteride, 2% Ketoconazole shampoo, and dermarolling. They plan to ask their doctor about adding oral Minoxidil and possibly switching to Dutasteride.
The user is experiencing continuous hair shedding after starting finasteride and is considering switching to dutasteride or adding minoxidil. They are seeking advice on whether the shedding is normal or if it could be due to other factors like telogen effluvium.
A user experienced increased shedding after adding KX-826 to their long-term finasteride and minoxidil regimen. Another user reported mild side effects from KX-826, such as stomach and testicle pain.
Loose-Message9596 has been experiencing hair loss for 3-4 years, initially due to low ferritin and vitamin D levels, and has tried treatments like vitamins, System 4, and PRP therapy. They are considering starting finasteride and minoxidil but are unsure due to their relatively low DHT level of 425.
A user is experiencing significant hair loss and stress, seeking advice on treatments. They are using Pura d'or shampoo and conditioner, biotin, and considering other options but are hesitant about treatments like Minoxidil due to the need for continuous use.
The user has been using 1mg finasteride for 7 months without shedding but is now experiencing significant hair loss in the shower. They are concerned and questioning if this is normal.
The user reintroduced RU58841 and noticed increased shedding and visible thinning. They have also been using dutasteride and oral minoxidil for 2 years.
The user has been microneedling weekly for almost 8 months without seeing progress and is experiencing shedding. They are also using finasteride daily and Kirkland minoxidil twice a day, and had a hair transplant after starting finasteride.
The user is experiencing hair shedding after using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, questioning if this is normal. They are concerned about thinning at the hairline despite using these treatments.
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.
Finasteride can help extend the hair growth cycle and improve hair density, allowing for long hair despite initial shedding. Periodic shedding may occur, but it typically does not affect healthy hair significantly.
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.
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.
Switching from topical to oral minoxidil led to significant hair shedding, with increased dutasteride usage possibly contributing. Users suggest that dosage changes can cause shedding, but hair often regrows stronger.
The user noticed increased hair loss over the past three years and is seeking advice. A suggestion was made to consult a dermatologist or trichologist and consider blood tests, particularly for vitamin D levels, to address potential androgenetic alopecia (AGA).
The user stopped using oral minoxidil due to shedding and is continuing with oral finasteride and hair vitamins. They are advised that shedding is temporary and to maintain finasteride use, with examples of others successfully managing hair loss with similar treatments.
The user has been using topical minoxidil, topical finasteride, microneedling, and ketoconazole shampoo for 9 months with positive results but is concerned about recent increased shedding. Another user advises that shedding is normal and suggests continuing the treatments consistently for up to a year to see solid results.
Minoxidil can cause scalp dryness and flaking, leading to hair shedding when exfoliating. Alternatives like oral Minoxidil, finasteride, and ketoconazole shampoo are suggested to manage these issues.
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.