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Neuroactive Steroid Levels Are Modified in Cerebrospinal Fluid and Plasma of Post-Finasteride Patients Showing Persistent Sexual Side Effects and Anxious/Depressive Symptomatology

research Neuroactive Steroid Levels Are Modified in Cerebrospinal Fluid and Plasma of Post-Finasteride Patients Showing Persistent Sexual Side Effects and Anxious/Depressive Symptomatology

73 citations , July 2013 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine”

Finasteride use changes brain chemicals, causing lasting sexual issues and anxiety/depression.

research Abstracts from the 17th Congress of the European Society for Dermatology and Psychiatry

January 2017 in “Acta dermato-venereologica”

The congress showed that psychological therapy can help skin condition patients, social media affects acne stigma, education improves atopic dermatitis, and patient satisfaction in dermatology is high, especially with good doctor engagement.

research Neuropsychological Assessment in Elderly Men with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Treated with Dutasteride

20 citations , October 2018 in “Clinical Drug Investigation”

Dutasteride does not impair mental function in elderly men with enlarged prostate.

research Anxiety in the Medically Ill: A Systematic Review of the Literature

6 citations , June 2022 in “Frontiers in Psychiatry”

Many patients with various medical conditions experience anxiety, which worsens their quality of life and raises healthcare costs.

research Psychological Dimensions of Hair Transplantation: A Narrative Review of Current Evidence

September 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology”

Hair transplantation improves self-esteem and social confidence, but managing expectations and psychological risks is crucial for success.

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community Why I believe PFS is not a "real" condition (and what I believe it is instead)

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 14 upvotes 2 years ago

The post argues that Post-Finasteride Syndrome (PFS) is likely not real and suggests symptoms may be due to mental health issues or the nocebo effect. The conversation includes personal experiences with finasteride, highlighting both positive and negative effects, and emphasizes consulting doctors and using reliable sources for medication.

community I've been afflicted by post finasteride syndrome, what now?

in Finasteride 41 upvotes 6 years ago

A user experienced severe side effects from finasteride, including mental health issues and physical symptoms, and sought advice on managing post-finasteride syndrome. Suggestions included checking vitamin levels, considering dopamine agonists, and avoiding further psychiatric medications.

community Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil Does Not Significantly Affect BP

in Minoxidil 178 upvotes 10 months ago

Low-dose oral minoxidil is used for hair loss and does not significantly affect blood pressure but may increase heart rate and cause hypotensive symptoms. Some users experience side effects like palpitations and shortness of breath, while others find it effective; topical minoxidil with tretinoin is also considered.

community Switched from fin to dut 4 months ago. Shed is ravaging me. Did you guys also experience this and see succes in the end.du

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 48 upvotes 4 months ago

Switching from finasteride to dutasteride can initially increase hair shedding, but some users eventually see improvement. Experiences differ, with some finding dutasteride more effective, while others face worsening hair loss or side effects.

community I am putting my hair loss treatment on hold until my mental health is better.

in Update 21 upvotes 1 year ago

OP is pausing hair loss treatments to focus on mental health due to anxiety and side effects from RU58841. They plan to try topical finasteride and minoxidil after recovering from pneumonia.

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