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An 18-year-old male is experiencing significant hair shedding, particularly from the back of his head, despite normal blood test results except for slightly low vitamin D. A dermatologist prescribed minoxidil for receding temples, but the cause of the shedding remains unclear.

The user is experiencing severe hair shedding despite using minoxidil, finasteride, ketoconazole shampoo, and dermarolling. They are considering changing treatments after stopping dermarolling and switching finasteride brands worsened the shedding.

The user has been using topical finasteride and minoxidil since February, along with microneedling, and recently noticed increased hair shedding. They are curious if others experienced worsening hair appearance after shedding or if it remained unchanged.

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.

Stopping finasteride due to side effects and family planning can lead to temporary increased hair shedding, which may stabilize over time. Consider topical treatments or a lower dose after addressing current concerns.

The user experienced hair shedding after 1 year and 7 months on finasteride, possibly due to creatine use or a natural shedding phase. Despite concerns, they believe the shedding is temporary and expect hair to regrow thicker.

A woman experiencing hormonal hair loss is on dutasteride and bicalutamide, which initially improved her hair, but she is now experiencing a second shedding phase with significant short hair loss. Despite normal hormone levels and no deficiencies, she is unsure if this shedding is normal and seeks advice.

The conversation discusses hair shedding after switching from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss treatment. Users suggest that shedding is a common and temporary phase, with results expected in about 6 to 8 months.

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.

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.

A user shared their experience with hair shedding after switching from finasteride to dutasteride. They saw initial hair thickening, experienced shedding after 9 months, but the shedding has now stopped, and their hair is thick again.

The user has been using topical minoxidil and dutasteride but is experiencing significant hair shedding, including smaller hairs. They are concerned if this shedding indicates the treatment is working.

The user experienced significant hair loss after initially successful treatment with minoxidil and finasteride, leading to a second shedding phase. They are considering switching to oral minoxidil for convenience and are advised to continue treatment despite the shedding, as regrowth is expected.

Despite using finasteride for 1.5 years and oral minoxidil for nearly a year, hair shedding continues, prompting a dermatologist visit. Users discuss the inconsistency of treatments, with some experiencing worsened hair conditions and others noting side effects like increased shedding after workouts.

The user experienced significant hair growth with 1mg finasteride and 10% minoxidil but noticed increased shedding after switching to 5% minoxidil. The shedding might be part of the hair growth cycle, and it may take about a year to see full results.

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 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.

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.

The user experienced hair loss after initially seeing positive results from using dutasteride and oral minoxidil. They are concerned about the hair shedding and wonder if stopping a multivitamin contributed to the issue.

The user is experiencing significant hair shedding after starting RU58841, despite using dutasteride and oral minoxidil for over a year without stabilization. Others suggest continuing the treatment as shedding can be a normal phase, but caution that RU58841 is unpredictable.

The user started oral finasteride and minoxidil in November 2024, initially saw improvement, but has experienced increased shedding since April 2025. They are concerned the treatment may not be effective anymore and seek advice.

The user experienced prolonged hair shedding after restarting oral minoxidil (OM) at 2.5 mg in September 2023, following a break due to hypertrichosis. Despite seeing regrowth, the shedding has not decreased after 11 weeks on the increased dosage.

The user started experiencing hair thinning in November and began using a specific shampoo and conditioner about two weeks ago, but noticed quicker thinning since starting the product. They are questioning if the product could cause initial shedding before promoting hair regrowth, similar to how finasteride works.

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 experienced hair shedding in late summer after starting finasteride in December 2023, with regrowth by February. They are concerned about shedding again and question if finasteride is losing effectiveness.

Astaxanthin may cause increased hair shedding, affecting even transplanted hair and eyebrows. The user has tried various treatments for androgenic alopecia, including minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

The user experienced significant hair regrowth using topical finasteride and minoxidil but faced a prolonged shedding phase, leading them to increase the finasteride dose and add oral dutasteride. Despite concerns about shedding, they remain hopeful for regrowth and are supplementing with Vitamin D.

Shedding is common when using finasteride and minoxidil, and it typically stabilizes after a few months, with potential regrowth following. Users report varying experiences, but shedding is generally seen as a normal part of the treatment process.

A 20-year-old started using minoxidil, rosemary oil, Alpecin caffeine shampoos, scalp massager, derma rollers, and supplements for hair regrowth, seeing significant improvement initially. However, after 6 months, they noticed increased shedding and thinning, causing concern about whether this is normal or indicative of a problem.

Specialist_Soup_2289 is experiencing severe hair shedding despite using finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil. They hope for regrowth but are currently shedding a lot of hair.