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      community Should I be shedding months after starting treatment?

      in Chat  5 upvotes 2 months ago
      A 22-year-old male experiencing diffuse thinning started finasteride and 2% minoxidil 8 months ago, then switched to 5% minoxidil with tretinoin 4 months ago. Despite initial improvement in hair density, he is now experiencing increased hair shedding, losing 100-200 hairs daily.

      community 8 months on dut and just keep shedding

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user experienced increased shedding and side effects like oily skin and acne after switching from finasteride to dutasteride, despite initially having success with finasteride. They also tried oral spironolactone, which reduced libido but didn't help with hair loss, and are considering returning to finasteride only.

      community Could Serum Ferritin Explain my Crazy Shedding?

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user is experiencing significant hair shedding and suspects it may be due to low serum ferritin levels rather than worsening androgenetic alopecia. They have resumed iron supplementation and are seeking additional solutions to address the shedding.

      community Hot weather causing hair shedding?

      in Minoxidil  3 upvotes 4 months ago
      Hot weather can increase hair shedding, possibly due to dehydration and active sebaceous glands. Using shampoos with salicylic acid or zinc pyrithione may help; daily anti-inflammatory use is not recommended.

      community 24M – aggressive shedding, past success with mesotherapy + minoxidil, now worse than before. Unsure if I should try a combo or consider a transplant.

      in Minoxidil  13 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 24-year-old is experiencing aggressive hair shedding despite past success with mesotherapy and minoxidil, and is considering adding treatments like Expecia, dermapen, or a hair transplant. Many suggest using finasteride to maintain hair, as it is necessary even after a transplant, and side effects are rare and reversible.

      community Microneedling-induced shedding after 5 months?

      in Progress Pictures  22 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user experienced significant hair loss after starting microneedling, despite using dutasteride and topical minoxidil. They are advised to consult a doctor as the shedding pattern is unusual and may indicate alopecia areata or other scalp conditions.

      community Are multiple shedding phases normal?

      in General  65 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user started using 2.5 mg Minoxidil and 1.5 mg Finasteride five months ago, experienced initial shedding, saw progress, but is now concerned about recent hair loss. Another user reassures them that shedding is normal and suggests continuing the treatment.

      community Hairline regrowth but massive diffuse shedding

      in Chat  1 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user is experiencing diffuse shedding but also hairline regrowth after starting finasteride, switching to dutasteride, and using oral minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and RU58841. Other users advise patience, suggesting that the treatments need more time to show results and caution against using too many medications simultaneously.

      community Finasteride 3 months still shedding

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user experienced increased hair shedding after using a homemade topical mix and is now on oral finasteride for 3 months without improvement. They are considering reintroducing minoxidil to address hair loss concerns.

      community Survived the 2nd shedding phase. 7mos progress.

      in Progress Pictures  41 upvotes 6 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 Topical finasteride 0.025% shedding

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  3 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user is experiencing increased hair shedding after using a homemade topical finasteride mixture with stemoxydine for six weeks. They are concerned about whether the low dose could cause shedding so early.

      community Did tretinoin cause you shedding without any improvement over time?

      in Treatment  3 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user has been using minoxidil, microneedling, and finasteride for hair loss without improvement and is considering tretinoin, but concerns about shedding persist. Another user suggests trying dutasteride instead of finasteride, as both tretinoin and microneedling can irritate the skin.

      community 18M Experiencing Shedding and Side Effects on Finasteride 0.25mg ED

      in General  115 upvotes 7 months ago
      An 18-year-old has been using minoxidil since March 2024 with good results but experienced sexual side effects from topical finasteride and oral finasteride, leading to stress and heavy hair shedding. They are concerned about the side effects of finasteride, potential initial shedding, and whether stopping finasteride will worsen hair loss.

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

      in Treatments  66 upvotes 8 months 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 10 Days on Minoxidil: Shedding Concerns and Usage Advice

      in Minoxidil  70 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user is experiencing a receding hairline and strong shedding after starting minoxidil 10 days ago, applying it only on the temples. They are considering using it on the entire scalp and have started using conditioner and leave-in treatments for weak, wavy/curly hair.
      17M noticing hair shedding; using hair products, seeking advice

      community 17M noticing hair shedding; using hair products, seeking advice

      in General  92 upvotes 8 months ago
      A 17-year-old is experiencing hair shedding and is concerned about a receding hairline, using hair products like powder and sea salt spray. Advice given includes maintaining good nutrition, ensuring hair products don't build up, and considering further resources if worried.

      community Today's shedding at the 2 month mark

      in Update  18 upvotes 9 months ago
      A 20-year-old is experiencing hair shedding two months after starting 2.5mg oral minoxidil and topical finasteride. They notice thinning in areas where finasteride is applied but also see new baby hairs growing.

      community Best shampoo for thinning/shedding hair?

      in General  47 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation is about finding an effective and gentle shampoo for hair thinning and shedding. The user has tried Alpecin, Revita, and Head & Shoulders but is seeking better alternatives.