Shedding kind of looks like balding Progress Pictures 8/12/2026
The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, primarily finasteride, and the effects of shedding, miniaturization, and regrowth. Users share experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, noting normal shedding patterns and potential regrowth signs like baby hairs.
View this post in the Community →
Similar Community Posts Join
5 / 5 resultscommunity Minaturization and recession accelerated on dutasteride but no shedding(19M)
A 19-year-old male is experiencing accelerated hair recession after two months on oral Dutasteride, despite no noticeable shedding, while also using topical Minoxidil and Finasteride. He is unsure if the treatment is effective and is unable to access RU58841.
community Big increase in miniaturization after being on finasteride for 7 years?
The user experienced increased hair miniaturization and shedding despite using finasteride, topical minoxidil, microneedling, and other treatments. They are considering more aggressive treatments or a hair system if no improvement occurs by the end of 2025.
community 12 months of diffuse shedding on fin, unsure how to proceed
A user experienced 12 months of hair shedding on finasteride and is unsure about continuing, increasing the dose, or switching to dutasteride. Suggestions include adding minoxidil, adjusting finasteride dosage, and checking for deficiencies.
community Not sure why I’ve been shedding for 8 months straight on dutasteride
The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride and started oral minoxidil, experiencing continuous hair shedding for 7-8 months, which is longer than expected. They are considering switching back to finasteride due to the persistent shedding.
community what could cause seemingly endless shedding while on Fin?
The user is experiencing continuous hair shedding after starting finasteride and is considering switching to dutasteride or adding minoxidil. They are seeking advice on whether the shedding is normal or if it could be due to other factors like telogen effluvium.
Related Research
6 / 6 results
research B‐ RAF , naevi and melanoma: a complex relationship
Male hair loss is mainly due to thinner hair, not less hair.
research Hair diameter vs. hair density in male androgenetic alopecia
Hair loss is due to thinner hairs, not less hairs; hair diameter indicates balding progression and treatment effectiveness.
research Superiority of dutasteride over finasteride in hair regrowth and reversal of miniaturization in men with androgenetic alopecia: A randomized controlled open-label, evaluator-blinded study
In this study of men with androgenetic alopecia, dutasteride was shown to be more effective than finasteride in increasing hair count and reversing hair miniaturization over 24 weeks, with both treatments displaying similar side effect profiles.
research The Use of Oral Dutasteride, Minoxidil, and Finasteride for Treating Endocrine Therapy-Induced Hair Loss from Breast Cancer Treatment: A Case Series Study
Oral dutasteride, minoxidil, and finasteride may help reduce hair loss in breast cancer survivors, but more research is needed.
research Androgenetic, Diffuse and Senescent Alopecia in Men: Practical Evaluation and Management
This review discusses the evaluation and management of male baldness and related conditions, but reports no new clinical results.
research Pattern Hair Loss in Men
This article reviews current knowledge on the causes, diagnosis, and medical treatments for androgenetic alopecia, particularly in men, and reports no new findings.