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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Shedding a few small hairs everyday since starting 1mg finasteride. Anyone experienced this and had regrowth?
A user started taking 1mg Finasteride daily and noticed increased hair shedding, including healthy, thin, and small hairs, but also observed new hair growth. Other users advised not to stress about shedding as it is normal when starting Finasteride and may indicate the treatment is working.
community My story (31 years old - male)
A 31-year-old male experienced hair thinning and initially used topical minoxidil, then switched to finasteride, which caused significant shedding. He later adopted a regimen of dutasteride, oral minoxidil, and anti-dandruff shampoo, leading to positive hair growth results, though he noted increased body hair as a side effect of oral minoxidil.
community 1mg fin/15% minox once daily. Derma roll once a week 1.5mm. 1 yr 6m update
User shared 1.5-year progress using 1mg finasteride, 15% minoxidil daily, and derma rolling weekly. Experienced initial shedding but achieved significant hair regrowth and improvement.
community I regret not starting Fin sooner. Even the color of my hair got so much stronger. Crazy!
The conversation is about using finasteride (Fin) for hair loss, with the original poster expressing regret for not starting it sooner due to improved hair color and strength. Users discuss their experiences with finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil, noting varying results and side effects.
community I’ve been on finasteride for 6 months today, now what?
A 20 year old male using finasteride for 6 months, who is still shedding hair and wonders what to do next; other users suggest waiting 6-12 more months and adding minoxidil and microneedling, as well as patience, since results can take up to two years.