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      community Fin and Min shed after 9 months

       70 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The user experienced significant hair improvement using oral finasteride and minoxidil but is now facing a secondary hair shedding phase after nine months, possibly linked to weight loss or seasonal changes. Despite concerns, others in the conversation suggest that such shedding is normal and temporary.

      community Fin & min. Hairloss/sheds/hair cycles

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using finasteride and minoxidil for 11 months but is experiencing increased hair loss and no signs of improvement. Another user shares a similar experience and mentions iron deficiency and thyroid issues affecting hair loss despite using the treatments.

      community Shed switching from fin to dut?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  10 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user has been on finasteride for over 1.5 years but is still losing hair, so they're switching to dutasteride and taking both for 3 months before stopping finasteride. They're concerned about potential hair shedding during the switch even when done correctly.

      community Insane shed 3 months on Fin + Min Oral

       88 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user experienced severe hair shedding after starting oral Minoxidil and Finasteride, possibly due to stress from a breakup. Many suggest the shedding resembles alopecia areata and recommend seeing a doctor immediately.

      community Shedding accelerating despite being on fin for 1.5 years and oral min for nearly 1.

       1 upvotes 8 months ago
      Despite using finasteride for 1.5 years and oral minoxidil for nearly a year, hair shedding continues, prompting a dermatologist visit. Users discuss the inconsistency of treatments, with some experiencing worsened hair conditions and others noting side effects like increased shedding after workouts.

      community Fin stopped working or just a bad shed

      1 year ago
      The user is experiencing worsening hair loss despite using finasteride, minoxidil, microneedling, and recently adding retinol cream. They are unsure if it's a bad shed or if the treatments have plateaued.

      community Any fin only users get a late shed?

       6 upvotes 5 years ago
      Users discuss experiencing hair shedding while using finasteride, with some noticing it later than expected. They express hope that the shedding is temporary and share experiences of natural shedding cycles.

      community Shedding on oral min/fin 2months

       5 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The conversation discusses hair shedding experienced after two months of using oral minoxidil and finasteride. The user is concerned about the shedding and seeks advice on managing it.

      community 3 months on fin 1.25mg + 2 years minoxidil — really brutal shedding now

       338 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user experienced significant hair shedding after adding finasteride to their minoxidil regimen, which is common and often indicates the treatment is working. Many users advised patience, suggesting that hair regrowth typically occurs after several months.

      community is it fin shed? how to solve this. pls help

       1 upvotes 8 months ago
      An 18-year-old male using minoxidil and finasteride is experiencing increased hair loss, possibly due to a shedding phase from finasteride. He also takes zinc, magnesium, calcium, and vitamin C, and is concerned about hair loss from his temples.

      community Question about the fin shed

       3 upvotes 10 years ago
      The conversation discusses the effects of stopping and restarting finasteride, including a significant hair shedding phase. The user experienced erection problems with a higher dose and is concerned about whether hair thickness will return after the shedding subsides.

      community 3 weeks on Fin - shedding started

      in Treatment  11 upvotes 1 month ago
      The conversation is about a user experiencing significant hair shedding after three weeks of using finasteride (Fin) 1mg. Another user suggests that shedding is necessary for regrowth.

      community 6 months on fin (worse) still shedding

      in Progress Pictures  15 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair shedding after starting and stopping minoxidil and finasteride, leading to thin hair and personal distress. They are currently on oral finasteride without side effects and are advised to maintain consistent treatment and consider additional options like microneedling and oils.

      community Long term Fin/Min random shed experience

       15 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user experienced significant hair shedding while using finasteride and oral minoxidil but found that the shedding eventually stopped, and hair returned to its previous state. They advise patience, continuing medication, and maintaining good nutrition, including Vitamin D.

      community 6 month long shed after increasing fin dosage

       91 upvotes 4 weeks ago
      The user increased their finasteride dosage to 1.25mg six times a week alongside twice-daily minoxidil, resulting in a prolonged six-month hair shedding period. Despite no side effects, they regret increasing the dosage and are advised to stay the course as shedding is common with these treatments.

      community Second shed !! min 5% fin 1mg 28M

      in Is this regrowth?  15 upvotes 5 months ago
      Users are experiencing hair shedding after initial improvement using treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride. Shedding is seen as a sign of progress, but concerns arise when hair falls out again after a few months.

      community Shedding So Much 4 Months Topical Fin - 0.25%

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  4 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user is experiencing significant hair shedding after four months of using 0.25% topical finasteride with Biotin Gel, applied twice daily. Another user suggests consulting a doctor, noting their own shedding reduced after 2-3 months on dutasteride.

      community Topic fin + min restart w/ major shedding

      in Minoxidil  4 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user stopped using topical finasteride and minoxidil, leading to hair thinning and shedding, and has since restarted the treatment. They are experiencing significant shedding and are seeking advice on whether this is normal and when improvement might occur, while using a regimen that includes Nutrafol, microneedling, Nioxin, and Nizoral.

      community New to Fin/Min, Shedding Timeline Question

       8 upvotes 7 months ago
      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.

      community Min / Fin - M21 - 1.5 Year Update - Multiple Sheds

       16 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 5% topical minoxidil and 1mg finasteride daily, despite multiple shedding phases, and emphasizes the importance of starting treatment early and maintaining consistency. They advise against obsessing over online forums during shedding periods and recommend checking for scalp conditions like seborrheic dermatitis and ensuring proper nutrition.