March 2022 in “Brazilian Journal of Health Review”
COVID-19 can cause a type of hair loss that usually starts 3-6 months after the illness, and treatment includes stress reduction and hair care products like Minoxidil.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”
ENERGI-F701 solution was found to be more effective and safer than Regaine® 2% minoxidil solution in treating female pattern hair loss, with increased hair density and less side effects.
The user started using minoxidil and a dermastamp after only using finasteride, experiencing initial hair shedding but noticing new hair growth. They are considering adding ketoconazole shampoo to their routine.
Finasteride and minoxidil can cause significant initial hair shedding, but regrowth typically follows after a few months. Shedding is not a regular occurrence but may happen to strengthen hair follicles.
The user experienced increased hair shedding after one month on 0.25 mg finasteride, despite initial improvement. This shedding may be a normal phase in the hair cycle and could improve in the coming months.
A user shared their experience with hair shedding after switching from finasteride to dutasteride. They saw initial hair thickening, experienced shedding after 9 months, but the shedding has now stopped, and their hair is thick again.
The user experienced initial regrowth with finasteride and minoxidil but is now facing increased hair thinning, possibly due to a second shedding phase. They are considering increasing finasteride dosage or adding dutasteride, despite availability issues, and have started microneedling.