Regular Member bsass Posted March 6, 2023 Regular Member Share Posted March 6, 2023 Hello All, I am approx. 6 months post 3k grafts with Dr. Nader. For over a decade I had been using oral Finestride and Minox foam. During that time I would not see any shedding but the crown seemed to slowly degrade hence the transplant. Post opt I decided as I am getting older (mid 40's) I would like to stop using oral prescription drugs. Since getting off Fin. I've noticed stronger erections, increased mental focus, less anxiety, and an overall improved sense of well-being. I guess after so many years I learned to live with these side effects. I started on a topical Fin & Minox combo from Hims. Within a week I noticed shedding, all be it very light, it still bothers me. I get conflicting information from Hims service since you do not get a dedicated doctor it's whoever responds to your message. Some say shedding is normal and others say the drug won't work for me and I need to be back on oral. My questions are: 1) Do you recommend seeing a doctor in my area to get specific feedback on my situation? If so, any suggestions in the Los Angeles area? 2) Is shedding a sign it will not work for me? Any feedback is appreciated Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valued Contributor Gatsby Posted March 6, 2023 Valued Contributor Share Posted March 6, 2023 I would be seeing a dermatologist not a doctor regarding medication and your hair. At only six months you have a lot of growth ahead of you so I wouldn't be making any judgements about your results until 12 months. Did you go straight form oral to topical fin/minoxidil or did you cease oral finasteride for some time before starting the topical version. All the best! GATSBY 'UNPLUGGED!' 15,671 (3 surgeries) Grafts FUE+BHT Dr. Sethi Eugenix Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member bsass Posted March 7, 2023 Author Regular Member Share Posted March 7, 2023 (edited) Hey Gatsby, yes that is what I mean derm/doc, transplant specialist, etc., etc. I am not talking about results. I am purely asking for help on products to use in lieu of oral fin I went off oral for a week and then moved to topical fin/Minox. Edited March 7, 2023 by bsass Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member GoliGoliGoli Posted March 7, 2023 Senior Member Share Posted March 7, 2023 Do you have pre-op pics posted somewhere? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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