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      community 6.5 Month Progression 33/Female

      in Female  43 upvotes 3 years ago
      Maintaining scalp hair and minimizing shedding, treatments used such as Procapil, supplements, topical caffeine, topical estrogen, and scalp massage; suggestions for anagen extenders or pharmaceuticals to help with a short anagen phase.

      community 22 year old, losing hair for 1 year

      in General  192 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 22-year-old male experiencing hair loss suspects androgenetic alopecia (AGA) and possibly telogen effluvium (TE), with a noted improvement in scalp itch after adopting a gluten-free diet. He is advised to consider treatments like finasteride or minoxidil and to check iron and ferritin levels.

      community Peak bald 2017. To a 2,000 FTE hair transplant without regiment last December. To now, 4 months later using fin, twice daily min 5%, and weekly .25 roll.

      in Progress Pictures  11 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user had a hair transplant with 2,000 grafts in 2017, and after four and a half months of using finasteride, minoxidil, derma rolling, and Boton shampoo, they are seeing hair regrowth including the return of their widow's peak. They are considering switching to RU58841 and a deeper derma rolling treatment.

      community Could Finasteride theoretically induce chronic telogen effluvium?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experienced continuous hair shedding for 13 months after starting finasteride, suspecting it might cause chronic telogen effluvium, and considered switching to dutasteride or stopping medication. Other users suggested that finasteride doesn't cause hair loss, recommending dutasteride for more aggressive hair loss, while some advised against stopping medication.

      community Shedding phase... It's brutal lol

      in Progress Pictures  8 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user is using finasteride and topical minoxidil for hair loss after previously trying them separately without success. They are experiencing a shedding phase but are committed to the treatment.

      community Back to Shedding at 7 Months: Normal or Not?

      in Treatments  66 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced a second shedding phase at 7 months while using topical finasteride and minoxidil, which is considered normal. The second shedding phase typically doesn't last as long as the first.

      community Massive Shed at 9/10 Months In

      in Progress Pictures  129 upvotes 3 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair shedding experienced by users undergoing hair loss treatments, including finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling. Many users report experiencing significant shedding around the 8-12 month mark, which is considered a normal part of the hair regrowth process, with expectations of stronger regrowth following the shedding phase.

      community Been diagnosed with mpb and acute TE

      in Chat  2 upvotes 10 months ago
      A 21-year-old male diagnosed with telogen effluvium and male pattern baldness started taking finasteride, which initially slowed hair shedding and slightly thickened hair. The doctor recommended iron and vitamin D supplements, and the user is considering minoxidil but wants to stabilize shedding first.
      Is this a shedding phase or am i losing my little gains ?

      community Is this a shedding phase or am i losing my little gains ?

      in General  79 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair loss since 2021, tried various treatments, and is currently using oral minoxidil and finasteride since December 2024. They are experiencing shedding, which is common when starting or stopping treatments, and are advised to continue the current regimen as it may stabilize over time.

      community Finasteride shed is crazy at 7 months

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  30 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conclusion of the conversation is that experiencing shedding while using finasteride and minoxidil is a common occurrence, and it is likely a part of the hair growth cycle. Many users have reported regrowth and improvement in their hair density after the shedding phase.

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

      in Is this regrowth?  14 upvotes 1 year 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 16, female, losing a ton of hair

      in Female  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 16-year-old female experiencing severe hair loss and sebum buildup, likely due to telogen effluvium and PCOS, is currently using vitamin D3 supplements, Redenser serum, and T follihair supplements. Recommendations include addressing PCOS first and consulting a doctor.

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

      in Update  16 upvotes 1 year 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 Topic fin + min restart w/ major shedding

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user stopped using topical finasteride and minoxidil, leading to hair thinning and shedding, and has since restarted the treatment. They are experiencing significant shedding and are seeking advice on whether this is normal and when improvement might occur, while using a regimen that includes Nutrafol, microneedling, Nioxin, and Nizoral.

      community How bad is the shed phase really?

      in Chat  6 upvotes 4 months ago
      The shed phase from using finasteride and minoxidil can vary, with some experiencing noticeable hair loss and others having minimal shedding. Despite initial shedding, many users report eventual hair regrowth and improvement, making the treatment worthwhile.

      community Is this regrowth after the shedding phase?

      in Is this regrowth?  6 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user is questioning if they are experiencing hair regrowth after using minoxidil for nearly three months, along with saw palmetto, pumpkin seed oil, nizoral shampoo, and dermarolling. They are considering starting finasteride in February.

      community Second shed sucks (me again xd)

      in Progress Pictures  8 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user is experiencing a second hair shedding phase after 7 months on finasteride, oral minoxidil, and ketoconazole, and is concerned about the sustainability of the treatment. Others encourage continuing the treatment, explaining that shedding is normal and should stabilize over time.

      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 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 Survived the 2nd shedding phase. 7mos progress.

      in Progress Pictures  42 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation is about hair loss treatment progress using oral finasteride, topical minoxidil, and microneedling. Users discuss experiencing shedding phases and the importance of trusting the process for hair regrowth.

      community Im shedding more short hairs??

      in Is this regrowth?  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 16-year-old experiencing hair thinning noticed a shift from shedding long hairs to shorter hairs, while using Vitamin D, biotin supplements, ketoconazole shampoo, and improving diet. They are questioning if the short hairs indicate regrowth or androgenetic alopecia (AGA).