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5 / 5 resultscommunity Can we stop fear mongering with finasteride
Finasteride is effective for hair loss but can cause sexual dysfunction and mental health issues in some users, leading to a polarized debate on its risks. Some switch to alternatives like Dutasteride or topical treatments to avoid side effects.
community I am putting my hair loss treatment on hold until my mental health is better.
OP is pausing hair loss treatments to focus on mental health due to anxiety and side effects from RU58841. They plan to try topical finasteride and minoxidil after recovering from pneumonia.
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A 30-year-old man shared his 9-year experience with hair loss treatments, including finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, noting that while the medications were effective, they caused side effects like lower libido, gynecomastia, and mental health issues. He decided to stop all medications due to concerns about mood, fertility, and overall happiness.
community Suffering from intense sides from dutasteride
A person experienced severe sexual side effects, including loss of libido and erectile dysfunction, after using finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss. They stopped the medications and sought advice, but recovery was slow and uncertain.
community These posts about people taking everything at once and acting surprised never gets old
People discuss hair loss treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride, sharing experiences and side effects. Opinions vary on combining treatments, with some skeptical and others reporting success.
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