Does DHT give you a leaner face? Finasteride/Dutasteride 3/2/2025
Finasteride and dutasteride may increase estrogen levels, leading to water retention and a fuller face. Users discuss managing these effects with lifestyle changes and supplements like zinc and DIM.
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5 / 5 resultscommunity Did Dutasteride change how you look physically? your facial profile such as skin thickness, fat distribution or softness?
Dutasteride and finasteride can cause changes in physical appearance, like more feminine features and increased water retention. Users report side effects such as reduced libido, weight gain, and improved skin clarity, while some notice no significant changes.
community Sharing my blood results after 4,5 months of dutasteride
The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride due to side effects and is experiencing fewer side effects with dutasteride, though some scalp itching has occurred. Blood tests show elevated testosterone and estrogen, low DHT, and normal liver and cholesterol levels, leading the user to feel confident in the long-term benefits of dutasteride for hair regrowth.
community DHT results after 1 year on dutasteride, confused and seeking guidance
The user is experiencing rapid hair loss despite using dutasteride, finasteride, and minoxidil, and is concerned about high estradiol and testosterone levels. They are advised to consult an endocrinologist for potential hormonal imbalances.
community My hormone levels after 2 months of Finasteride and 2 weeks of Dutasteride
The conversation discusses elevated hormone levels after using Finasteride for 2 months and Dutasteride for 2 weeks for hair loss. Users suggest that increased testosterone and estradiol levels are expected due to DHT inhibition, and it's not a concern unless symptoms occur.
community Losing ground on 3x a week finasteride
The user is experiencing hair loss despite using finasteride three times a week due to side effects and is considering alternatives like topical finasteride, estrogen blockers, or dutasteride. They are also interested in potential treatments like GT20029 and pyrilutamide.
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