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A user experienced a hard lump under their nipple and increased hair loss after four months of finasteride. They are concerned about the lump and plan to stop the treatment.
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A user experienced significant hair loss after 6 months of using 0.5mg finasteride daily. Suggestions from others included trying Dutasteride and Minoxidil, getting professional help from a dermatologist, and addressing high iron levels that could be contributing to the hair loss.
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A user in the UK seeks advice on blood tests before starting Finasteride and Minoxidil for hair loss. Recommended tests include thyroid function, hormone levels, liver and kidney function, and vitamin and mineral levels.
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User is depressed about hair loss despite using topical minoxidil for 5 months and topical finasteride for 2 months, with no improvement. Others suggest trying oral finasteride, seeing a specialist for dandruff and oily scalp, and being patient.