User with shoulder-length hair using Finasteride for 5 weeks notices less long hair loss but more short hair loss. They also use keto for sebderm and vitamin D3.
Stopping minoxidil often leads to significant hairshedding, and recovery to baseline can vary, with some users reporting no full recovery. Combining minoxidil with finasteride may help maintain gains, but stopping minoxidil typically results in losing the hair regrowth it provided.
Increased scalp itching during shedding phases while on finasteride treatment may coincide with hair regrowth and recovery. This suggests that itching might not always indicate continued hair loss and could encourage persistence with the treatment.
A user experiencing significant hair loss while on finasteride and minoxidil found out they had vitamin D and iron deficiencies. After adding iron, vitamin D, and a multivitamin with zinc to their treatment, they saw reduced hair fall within a week.
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 noticed increased hairshedding and thinning after using rosemary oil diluted with coconut oil for two weeks. They are questioning if rosemary oil causes shedding similar to minoxidil.
A person in their early 30s is experiencing increased hairshedding after stopping birth control and reducing spironolactone, which they've been on for years. They are concerned about the hair loss, which is different from their usual hereditary pattern, and are seeking advice.
A 28-year-old male is experiencing excessive hairshedding despite using oral and topical minoxidil, and occasionally using ketoconazole shampoo. He is considering trying GHK-Cu serums but cannot use finasteride.
The user experienced significant hair regrowth and reduced shedding after two years of using finasteride, minoxidil, and a laser helmet, along with maintaining scalp health with specific shampoos. Consistency and patience were key to their success, despite initial heavy shedding.
The user is experiencing hairshedding while using finasteride and topical minoxidil with tretinoin, keto shampoo, and dermarolling. They hope the shedding indicates future hair regrowth.
A user experienced significant hairshedding after three weeks of using topical finasteride. They are concerned about the effects of ethanol in topical minoxidil and are unsure if they should wash their hair daily.
Dutasteride can cause hairshedding even with suppressed testosterone levels due to previous damage from DHT. Hairshedding is often a sign of damaged hair being replaced by healthier growth.
A female user is experiencing heavy hairshedding and receding temples, possibly due to low ferritin levels. She is using oral minoxidil, iron supplements, and ketoconazole shampoo, and is hesitant to start spironolactone.
The user is experiencing diffuse thinning after 10-11 months on oral finasteride and is concerned about whether this is a normal shedding phase. They have been using topical finasteride and minoxidil for over a year.
Ultrasound imaging can predict hairshedding and assess hair growth stages by analyzing hair follicle characteristics. The conversation also discusses using ultrasound for personal hair analysis and mentions the potential use of infrared emission for hair treatment.
The user is concerned about hair loss despite using finasteride and dutasteride, with no regrowth but stabilized loss. After a recent hair transplant, they are experiencing shedding and are unsure if it's due to shock loss or ineffective treatment.
An 18-year-old has been using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, experiencing increased shedding and thinning despite treatment. They are considering switching to dutasteride and are seeking advice from others with similar experiences.
A user switched from finasteride to dutasteride and from topical to oral minoxidil, experiencing significant hairshedding. They plan to continue this regimen for a year before deciding on any changes.
A 24-year-old man is experiencing hairshedding after starting Minoxidil and Creatine, and is concerned about accelerated hair loss. A user suggests that Creatine does not increase DHT levels and recommends considering oral Dutasteride, low-dose oral Minoxidil, and Ciclopirox Shampoo, advising consultation with a doctor.
Improved diet, reduced alcohol consumption, and better water quality led to thicker hair and less shedding. The user also used MSM supplements, vitamin C, multivitamins, biotin shampoo, and growth oil.
The user has been on finasteride for 18 months and experienced significant hairshedding after increasing minoxidil dosage, which has not stopped despite reducing the dosage. They are concerned about the effectiveness of finasteride and whether minoxidil triggered ongoing hair loss, compounded by personal stress and trauma.
A user shared their hair progress after three steroid cycles, using 5% minoxidil and 100mg RU58841 daily. They are considering a hair transplant due to paranoia about shedding.
The user is 6 months post-hair transplant and uses finasteride, oral and topical minoxidil, along with supplements like omega-3, vitamin D3, and zinc. They are experiencing significant shedding and seek advice on whether the medications are effective and if the shedding will settle.
The user is using a combination of hair loss treatments including finasteride, stemoxydine, oral minoxidil, RU58841, dermastamping, ketoconazole shampoo, collagen, Viviscal, and biotin, and has improved their diet. Despite these efforts, they are still experiencing hairshedding and scalp itchiness, and are considering increasing their minoxidil dosage or starting dutasteride.
Hair loss discussion involved Finasteride, Minoxidil, and RU58841. User experienced sudden shedding after 1.5 years of Finasteride and Minoxidil use, seeking advice.
The user increased their finasteride dosage and noticed more hairshedding, questioning if this is normal. Another user commented that the hairline looks more consistent now, despite the user's concerns.
The user experienced significant hairshedding and an itchy scalp after using a combination of Finasteride, Dutasteride, and Minoxidil. They are seeking advice on whether Dutasteride might be causing these issues and are considering adjusting their treatment regimen.
The user experienced hairshedding after stopping minoxidil and resumed using minoxidil 5% twice daily, topical finasteride 0.1% twice a week, along with dermarolling, head pinching, deep massaging, and inversion techniques. They are seeking suggestions to maximize hair regrowth efforts and have observed some progress.
The user experienced hair loss from overwashing and frequent product changes, seeking alternatives to Minoxidil due to having pets. Suggestions included using oral Minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and maintaining a consistent hair care routine with gentle, sulfate-free products.
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.