I didn’t realize how much hair loss messes with your head until it happened Chat 1/29/2026
Hair loss affects mental health and self-esteem, causing anxiety and depression. Treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and hair transplants help some, but others continue to struggle.
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A 23-year-old is distressed about hair loss despite using dutasteride and oral minoxidil and is considering a hair transplant in Turkey. Many suggest therapy, hair systems, or acceptance, emphasizing mental health over appearance.
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Finasteride can regrow hair but may cause depression and suicidal thoughts in some users. The connection between finasteride and mental health issues is debated, with some attributing it to pre-existing conditions or stress.
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Finasteride may lower allopregnanolone levels, potentially affecting mood, but many users report improved mental health due to reduced hair loss. Experiences with finasteride and dutasteride vary, with some experiencing side effects and others finding them beneficial for hair retention and overall happiness.
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The user has been using finasteride, dutasteride, and RU58841 for hair loss without success and feels extremely uncomfortable with their appearance, including being bald and short. They express deep unhappiness and social isolation. Suggestions from others include adopting stoicism, focusing on personal development, considering a hair system, improving fashion, working out, and seeking therapy for mental health.
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This conversation is about the effectiveness of Finasteride and Minoxidil as treatments for hair loss, with SnooBooks5080 claiming positive results from using both medications. However, other participants in the conversation caution that there are potential side effects to be aware of when taking Finasteride and advise people to do their research before making a decision.
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