The user experienced hair thinning from chromium and alpha lipoic acid supplements, which stopped after discontinuing them. Someone mentioned this could be telogen effluvium, a temporary condition.
Tretinoin can cause non-telogenhairloss in some men by inducing catagen-like changes in hair follicles and through retinoid toxicity, especially when used with minoxidil. Some users report hairloss even when using retinoids on the face, while others experience benefits when combined with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil.
Chronic Telogen Effluvium can be managed by avoiding inflammatory foods, exercising, staying hydrated, and using supplements like krill oil, saw palmetto, or licorice root. Minoxidil is discouraged due to its cost and potential for worsening hairloss, while castor oil is recommended to strengthen hair roots and reduce shedding.
The user experienced hairloss diagnosed as chronic Telogen Effluvium and male pattern baldness, treated with finasteride and minoxidil, later switching to dutasteride due to side effects but with limited success. The user plans to return to finasteride due to side effects from dutasteride, while others suggest maintaining consistent treatment and considering additional options like oral minoxidil and lifestyle changes.
Caffeine might raise stress hormones, potentially worsening hairloss. Telogen effluvium is often misattributed to minor stressors rather than significant life events.