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community Shedding hair like crazy idk why

in Chat 4 upvotes 3 years ago

An 18-year-old male is experiencing significant hair shedding, particularly from the back of his head, despite normal blood test results except for slightly low vitamin D. A dermatologist prescribed minoxidil for receding temples, but the cause of the shedding remains unclear.

community Shedding from hair oil usage during showering?

2 upvotes 1 year ago

Using a mix of castor, rosemary, and peppermint oils may cause increased hair shedding during washing, possibly due to the need for more rigorous cleaning. The user experiences no irritation but notices more hair fall when using these oils.

community Shedding long hair after 8 months of no shedding (oral dut .5mg+ oral min 2.5)

in Treatment 1 upvotes 2 years ago

A user experienced significant hair shedding after 8 months of using oral dutasteride (0.5 mg), minoxidil (2.5 mg), and biotin (5 mg) daily. They are concerned about the effectiveness of the treatment and possible resistance to dutasteride.

community shedding small hairs on fin (more than usual when off it)

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community Extreme Shedding/Hair Loss 7 months on Fin

in Transgender 243 upvotes 4 months ago

A 20-year-old FTM individual started finasteride for hair loss with initial success but experienced increased shedding after 7 months. They are considering oral minoxidil as advised by their doctor to address the worsening hair loss.

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learn Hair Transplant

Is shedding normal after a hair transplant? Shedding is normal after a hair transplant and usually resolves within weeks.

learn Botox

Could Botox be the unexpected solution for chronic hair shedding? Botox may help reduce chronic hair shedding by improving scalp blood flow.

learn Piroctone Olamine

Can Piroctone Olamine reduce hair shedding caused by scalp irritation? Piroctone olamine can help reduce hair shedding by alleviating scalp irritation.

learn Vitamin B12

Is Vitamin B12 helpful for both men and women experiencing chronic hair shedding? Vitamin B12 may help with hair shedding only if there is a deficiency.

learn Vitamin C

Can Vitamin C help reduce hair shedding or breakage? Vitamin C may support hair health but is not a proven treatment for hair loss.

learn Stemoxydine

chemical from L'Oreal that encourages hair to enter growth phase

learn Overview

learn Spironolactone

powerful topical and oral anti-androgen used mostly by women

learn Minoxidil

An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects

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research Exogen, Shedding Phase of the Hair Growth Cycle: Characterization of a Mouse Model

107 citations , September 2002 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

This study identified a distinct "exogen" phase in the hair cycle during which hair shedding occurs, primarily coupled with the anagen phase, rather than as part of the telogen phase.

Nudging Hair Shedding by Antidandruff Shampoos: A Comparison of 1% Ketoconazole, 1% Piroctone Olamine, and 1% Zinc Pyrithione Formulations

research Nudging hair shedding by antidandruff shampoos. A comparison of 1% ketoconazole, 1% piroctone olamine and 1% zinc pyrithione formulations

43 citations , October 2002 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science”

This study found that 1% ketoconazole and 1% piroctone olamine shampoos increased hair shaft thickness and reduced hair shedding in men with telogen effluvium and androgenic alopecia associated with dandruff.

Shedding: How to Manage a Common Cause of Hair Loss

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