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A user experienced excessive hair shedding after taking 17 mg of Zinc gluconate daily for acne. They are seeking advice on similar experiences and solutions.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity 19M Experiencing Excessive Shedding on Fin and Dut, Seeking Advice
A 19-year-old is experiencing excessive hair shedding despite using minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride. They are seeking advice on why these treatments aren't working and if their current regimen is appropriate.
community 20M with Excessive Shedding: 4 Months on Finasteride, Inconsistent Minoxidil Use
A 20-year-old male experiencing hair loss since age 17 has been using 1mg finasteride for four months and inconsistently used 5% topical minoxidil for three months. He is experiencing increased shedding and questions whether it's due to stopping minoxidil or if finasteride is ineffective.
community What vitamin D level would cause hair loss?
A user experiencing excessive hair shedding and a receding hairline is questioning if low vitamin D levels could be the cause, despite levels being within the normal range. Replies suggest that while vitamin D deficiency can cause hair loss, it might not be the issue in this case.
community 28M, 6 Months on 2.5mg Oral and 5mg Topical Minoxidil, Constant Shedding Concern
A 28-year-old male is experiencing excessive hair shedding despite using oral and topical minoxidil, and occasionally using ketoconazole shampoo. He is considering trying GHK-Cu serums but cannot use finasteride.
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