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research Effect of 5α-Dihydrotestosterone and Testosterone on Apoptosis in Human Dermal Papilla Cells
High levels of testosterone and 5α-DHT can lead to cell death in cells important for hair growth.
research Diffuse Idiopathic Skeletal Hyperostosis in a 33-Year-Old Woman with PCOS and Metabolic Syndrome: A Rare Scenario
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity 18M 10 months on anti-androgens and oral min
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Aditya_0za
in Progress Pictures
50 upvotes
1 year ago An 18-year-old male used anti-androgens and oral Minoxidil for 10 months to treat hair loss. He initially used 1mg Finasteride and 5% topical Minoxidil for 5 months, then switched to Dutasteride for 4.5 months and inconsistently used 5mg oral Minoxidil for 2 months due to availability issues.
community Couldn’t be more happy! 5 Months Fin and Min, 19M
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ligGtosp
in Progress Pictures
346 upvotes
1 year ago A 19-year-old man is happy with his hair regrowth after 5 months of using finasteride and minoxidil, and he also found a supportive girlfriend while dealing with hair loss and acne. He emphasizes patience and taking progress photos for those struggling with similar issues.
community Study of thousands of Fin users over 20 years finds no evidence of Fin induced sexual dysfunction
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Obblers
in Research/Science
377 upvotes
1 year ago The conversation is about a finding that finasteride does not significantly increase the risk of sexual dysfunction, with users sharing mixed personal experiences regarding side effects.
community 6 years post transplant.. NO meds
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NoggyMaskin
in Transplants
779 upvotes
1 year ago User had a hair transplant in 2016 but stopped taking finasteride due to side effect concerns. Now considering another transplant and starting finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling to improve hair situation.
community Female, 30, PCOS diagnosis, MPB Norwood 2. Endo refuses to give anything other than Spironolactone. Feel like I’m at my wit’s end here.
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sailorquaoar
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1 year ago A 30-year-old female with PCOS and male pattern baldness is frustrated with her endocrinologist's recommendation of only Spironolactone and minoxidil, feeling that dutasteride, finasteride, and progesterone would be more effective. Other users suggest various online sources for treatments, warn against self-medicating due to potential risks, and recommend seeking a specialized endocrinologist or considering additional treatments like Inositol, Berberine, and dermaneedling.