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research Systematic Approach to Hair Loss in Women
A systematic approach is crucial for managing hair loss in women.
research Pathophysiology, Conventional Treatments, And Evidence-Based Herbal Remedies Of Hair Loss With A Systematic Review Of Controlled Clinical Trials
Herbal remedies may help with hair loss but need more research.
research Telogen Effluvium: Is There a Need for a New Classification
The paper suggests improving diagnosis and treatment of telogen effluvium but does not recommend a new classification system.
research Does the Transient Hair Shedding Phase Exist After Minoxidil Treatment and Predict Treatment Efficacy? A Retrospective Study in Androgenetic Alopecia Patients
Temporary hair shedding after minoxidil use may indicate effective treatment.
research The Hair Shedding Visual Scale: A Quick Tool to Assess Hair Loss in Women
The new visual scale is a quick and effective way to measure hair loss in women.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity (1 month pyrilutamide results) what I noticed: massive shedding phase around week 2. it was worse than finasteride and minoxidil shedding. no side effects other than headache the first time I applied it. I feel like it's working but still too soon to tell.
The user experienced significant hair shedding in the second week of using pyrilutamide, more so than with finasteride and minoxidil, and reported a headache after the first application. They believe the treatment may be working but acknowledge it's too early to confirm results.
community Survived First Monte. Shedding is real
The user is treating hair loss with 1mg finasteride every other day, daily topical minoxidil, and weekly derma rolling, and is considering using hair fibers for special occasions. There is a discussion about the initial shedding phase of minoxidil treatment and the importance of consistent photo conditions to track progress.
community 19M Am i recovering from the minoxidil shedding?
A user shared progress pictures showing hair recovery after minoxidil shedding. They are also using dutasteride and expect further improvements in the coming months.
community 1 year of min+fin+ketoconazole
The user has been using minoxidil daily, finasteride three times a week, and ketoconazole 1-3 times a week for a year to treat hair loss, resulting in noticeable hair regrowth at the hairline and temples, with minor side effects like itching and dandruff. They started with minoxidil a month before the other treatments and experienced an initial shedding phase for about six weeks.
community Should I add oral minoxidil right now?
The user is considering adding oral minoxidil to their current hair loss treatment, which includes dutasteride and occasional finasteride, due to concerns about hair thinning and potential shedding. They are unsure if starting both treatments simultaneously could worsen shedding or if oral minoxidil might be beneficial.