Finasteride for Chronic Central Serous Chorioretinopathy

A user stopped finasteride after 15 years due to severe side effects, which improved after quitting. They maintained most of their hair and are considering alternatives like topical treatments or RU58841.

The user used Finasteride daily and Ketoconazole twice a week for 1.5 years, and RU58841 daily for 0.5 years, which improved hair thickness but caused slight gynecomastia. They are considering using SERMs like tamoxifen and raloxifene to manage side effects and are exploring other treatments like oral minoxidil.

The conversation discusses a topical finasteride therapy with hydrocortisone butyrate, estrone base, and breviline. A user suggests oral finasteride as a superior option.

User tried oral and topical finasteride for hair loss but experienced headaches and concentration issues. They ask for advice on whether to continue or try other treatments like alfatradiol, fluridil, or pyrilutamide.

The user has been using finasteride and topical minoxidil for 15 months but is experiencing constant hair shedding, similar to telogen effluvium, despite stable widow peaks. They have checked for vitamin and mineral deficiencies, consulted specialists, and are considering further investigation like a scalp biopsy.

Woman uses antiandrogens for hair thinning prevention, experiences severe dry eye with finasteride. Asks if dutasteride could be better despite potential for worse dry eye.