2 months progress on Finasteride Progress Pictures 11/13/2023
A user reported hair thinning, started using finasteride, and experienced a significant initial hair shed followed by noticeable hair regrowth after 2 months. Some responders questioned the rapid progress, while another noted that finasteride typically increases hair density by 16% after 2 years.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Fin 6 months and still thin hair at some places, shed?
The user has been using finasteride for 6 months, experiencing hair regrowth at the hairline but thinning at the top and back. They are considering adding minoxidil to their routine to address the thinning and are concerned about potential shedding.
community 1 year of finasteride.but from past month i am noticing my hair density is decreasing. I think it’s seasonal shed or 😭
User experienced hair density decrease after 1 year of finasteride. Others shared similar experiences, suggesting it could be a temporary shed and discussed various treatments like dutasteride, minoxidil, dermaroller, and ketoconazole.
community Help me understand hair/shed cycles. After 6 months of Fin, losing ground again
After 6 months of using finasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, and microneedling, the user experienced hair regrowth but then noticed a significant shed, returning to the initial state of hair loss. Another user responded that shedding every 6-8 months is normal when using finasteride and advised to continue the treatment for thicker hair regrowth.
community 4 months on Topical 5%min + 0.1% Fin, pictures of wet hair under direct light
The user experienced hair regrowth using a topical solution containing 5% minoxidil and 0.1% finasteride, despite an initial shedding phase. They reported no side effects and noted significant improvement in hair density, particularly around the crown area.
community 7 Month Hair Progress (0.5 mg dut only, diffuse thinning)
An 18-year-old male switched from topical finasteride and minoxidil to oral dutasteride for diffuse hair loss and saw improvement without side effects, despite experiencing scalp itch and shedding. Commenters noted significant hair regrowth and were surprised by his young age and appearance.
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