Hair loss over a year following depression and taking antidepressants Side effects? 1/9/2026
A 33-year-old experienced significant hair loss after a depressive episode and taking paroxetine, possibly due to telogen effluvium or androgenic alopecia. Suggestions included reducing alcohol, considering finasteride and minoxidil, and consulting a doctor about antidepressant side effects.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Any finasteride users have a history of depression?
The conversation discusses finasteride for hair loss, especially among those with a history of depression. Users shared mixed experiences, with some reporting no issues and others experiencing worsened depression.
community I understand this topic has been discussed countless times, but hair loss is the most brutal experience for men.
Hair loss significantly affects men's confidence and mental health. Common treatments include finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil, with some considering hair transplants.
community Guys. Your hairloss and your mental health issues connected to your hairloss are two separate issues that require two separate treatments
Hair loss and the importance of not letting it affect one's self-worth. The conversation includes advice on treatments such as taking medication, like Minoxidil and Finasteride, and other methods to manage hairloss, such as buzzing your head or seeking professional help.
community Accelerated Hair Loss from Creatine
Creatine may cause hair loss in some individuals, especially those on finasteride, despite no scientific link. Personal experiences suggest individual sensitivity to DHT could be a factor.
community Has anyone here been on finasteride for longer than 10 years? If so, have you had any major issues with the medicine please share your experience and how long you have taken the medicine.
Long-term finasteride use typically slows hair loss, with some users experiencing side effects like sexual dysfunction and depression. Many users also use minoxidil and dutasteride for improved results, though individual responses vary.
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