My hair stopped falling out after I quit smoking
    Update 1/5/2025

    At a glance
    In this treatment experience post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    ๐Ÿ’Š Finasteride (oral) 2 years initially, then resumed after 9 months
    ๐Ÿ’Š Dutasteride (oral) 9 months
    ๐Ÿ’ง Minoxidil (topical)
    the tone is ๐Ÿ˜€ positive with hair stopped falling out results.

    Other terms

    Quitting smoking led to reduced hair loss for the original poster, who also used finasteride and topical minoxidil. Other users shared mixed experiences with smoking and hair loss, with some noticing improvements after quitting and others seeing no change.
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