AGA (and I suspect TE) I've been on Spiro for 2 months to hopefully stop heavy shedding (shedding started a year ago), nothing has happened yet and I know regrowth is not a guarantee with only Spiro.
My derm prescribed me oral Minoxidil too but I haven't started it yet as I'm scared of the lifelong commitment and dread shed. Can my scalp and sides fill in? Anyone have hair like mine that saw success from Minoxidil?
BACKSTORY: Diagnosed AGA cuz I have miniaturization, but I suspect I had/have TE as well, as my shedding appeared very suddenly one day last year about 4-5 months after an intense UTI (that didn't respond to usual antibiotics so I had to take Levofloxacin). and has persisted for a year straight.
I have been on only Spiro for 2 months, but I only just reached 100mg 3 weeks ago.
For those who had Spiro stop/reduce shedding, how long did it take? My doctor said I might not see results for at least 6 months, but it's hard to just sit here and watch my hair fall out. Since increasing my dosage from 50, I do feel my shed has increased a bit (80~ hairs a shower to an avg of 120).
My temples have filled in a bit but not seeing any change on my scalp. Looking for hope and encouragement!