New to Fin/Min, Shedding Timeline Question Finasteride/Dutasteride 2/8/2026
A user is anxious about shedding after starting oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, noting about 250 hairs lost after washing. Responses suggest that shedding is common with these treatments, especially with curly hair, and that it often peaks around 8-10 weeks before improving.
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