Age-Dependent Regulation by Androgens of Gene Expression in the Anterior Hypothalamus and Stress-Induced Release of Adrenal Hormones in Adolescent and Adult Male Rats

Finasteride has no effect on the user's estradiol levels, and body fat may influence aromatization. The user is on testosterone replacement therapy and uses everyday injections to manage high RBC count, with plans to measure DHT, DHEA-S, and pregnenolone levels.

The conversation is about someone planning to start finasteride or RU58841 for hair loss and wanting to know which hormones to test beforehand. They found a package for testing testosterone, free testosterone, estradiol, and DHT, and are asking if these tests are enough.

A 29-year-old male on 1 mg Finasteride for 3 months has experienced a significant increase in testosterone and estradiol levels, with no major side effects except slightly oilier skin and increased emotional sensitivity. The user is concerned about these hormonal changes and seeks advice, as their general practitioner is not knowledgeable about the issue.

A user discusses their hormone blood test results before starting finasteride for hair loss, noting high DHT and estradiol levels. They tried topical finasteride for a few days but felt tired.

Finasteride treatment is being considered, and it's advised to track DHT, testosterone, estradiol, and SHBG levels to monitor hormonal changes. These tests will help understand the treatment's impact.

Dutasteride and finasteride are used for hair loss, affecting hormone levels like DHT and testosterone. Hormone balance is crucial, as changes can lead to side effects such as increased estradiol and potential hair loss.