Progress: 6 months 1.5 Fin - 1month 3.5 MIN and 0.5 DUT Progress Pictures 8/7/2026
The user is experiencing heavy shedding and thinning after starting a new hair loss treatment with minoxidil and dutasteride. They note no visible improvement in their progress pictures.
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6 / 6 resultscommunity On fin for 9 months, shedding for 7
An 18-year-old has been using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss, experiencing increased shedding and thinning despite treatment. They are considering switching to dutasteride and are seeking advice from others with similar experiences.
community Hair not shedding but thinning on dut? Not a good sign imo.
The conversation is about a user concerned about hair thinning despite using finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and recently adding dutasteride. Most responses suggest there is no noticeable difference in hair loss, attributing concerns to paranoia, and recommend continuing the current treatment or adjusting expectations.
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A user switched from finasteride to dutasteride after 6.5 years due to hair thinning and may add oral minoxidil if needed. They are worried about shedding and side effects but hope for better hair density with dutasteride.
community Is this due to a Minoxidil Shed? Or should I consider switching to Dutasteride
The user is experiencing increased thinning around the crown after starting topical Minoxidil and is considering switching from Finasteride to Dutasteride. Responses suggest the thinning might be a temporary shedding phase due to the new treatment, and it's advised to continue the current regimen and monitor progress.
community HT / Meds results are reverting, thinning, crazy shedding..
A user experienced significant hair shedding and thinning 10 months post-hair transplant despite using minoxidil and topical finasteride. They are considering switching to oral finasteride or dutasteride and are also dealing with scalp conditions like seborrheic dermatitis.
community 8 months fin, 1 year min, is it working or below baseline 20m, diffuse+retro/all over pattern. Switch to dutasteride?
The user is considering switching from finasteride and minoxidil to dutasteride for better hair regrowth results, as they are experiencing thinning and shedding despite current treatments. They have also tried microneedling, Clobetasol, and salicylic acid to manage scalp issues and inflammation.
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