Impact and Prevalence of Comorbidities and Complications on the Severity of COVID-19 in Association with Age, Gender, Obesity, and Pre-Existing Smoking: A Meta-Analysis

Being overweight may increase finasteride side effects due to higher aromatase activity converting testosterone to estradiol. Maintaining a healthy weight could reduce these side effects.

Smoking infrequently is unlikely to significantly impact hair loss or health, especially when using treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. Genetics play a larger role in hair loss, and low smoking frequency is not considered a major risk.

The user quit oral finasteride over a year ago, experienced improvements in brain fog and erectile dysfunction after quitting smoking and porn, and plans to try dutasteride. Another user shared their experience with finasteride, mentioning panic attacks and anxiety, and managed symptoms through lifestyle changes like meditation and exercise.

Quitting smoking may improve the effectiveness of finasteride and minoxidil for hair regrowth. Smoking is harmful to hair health, potentially increasing hair loss and reducing regrowth.

Quitting smoking may improve hair quality and overall health, but it is not a standalone solution for reversing hair loss. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are more effective for hair regrowth, while smoking can exacerbate hair loss by increasing DHT and affecting scalp health.

Pattern hair loss before age 35 may be linked to higher risks of prostate cancer, cardiovascular diseases, and metabolic syndrome later in life. Finasteride is discussed as a treatment that may lower PSA levels and potentially prevent prostate issues.