Finasteride to Reduce Bleeding in Transurethral Resection of the Prostate in Patients with Foley Catheter

The conversation discusses using low concentrations of topical finasteride (0.005% and 0.02%) for hair loss due to concerns about side effects. One user suggests starting with higher doses and monitoring hormone levels, sharing their positive experience with higher doses of finasteride and dutasteride without side effects.

Dutasteride may cause chronic infertility by reducing semen volume and motility, with concerns about irreversible prostate fibrosis. Users consider switching to finasteride or using treatments like minoxidil and microneedling, weighing hair preservation against fertility.

The user is disappointed with the lack of visible progress in hair regrowth after 6 months of using finasteride and minoxidil. Another user suggests adding a topical anti-androgen like kx826, while encouraging patience as changes may start to show between 6-9 months.

The user experienced significant hair regrowth using 1+ mg of finasteride and 2.5 mg of minoxidil, later increasing to 5 mg, along with dermarolling. They reported no negative side effects and noted improved libido.

Stopping Dutasteride may temporarily affect sperm quality, but it typically returns to normal within a few months. Minoxidil and Dutasteride are used for hair maintenance, and Mucuna Pruriens and hCG are suggested for improving sperm quality.

The user experienced hair regrowth and stopped hair loss after taking finasteride three times a week without side effects. Discussion included the importance of scalp sensitivity to DHT and the use of topical dutasteride.