FINALLY stopped shedding constantly after 1 year on 5ar inhibitors!! Moral of the story: Just wait Chat 10/15/2024
After using finasteride for 7 months and dutasteride for 5 months, the user experienced a significant reduction in hair shedding and scalp itchiness. They advise patience with hair loss treatments and suggest focusing on a good haircut and reducing stress.
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