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      community Adrogens and Covid-19

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 4 years ago
      The possible increased risk of severe Covid-19 cases in men due to higher androgen levels, and how taking medications such as finasteride, dutasteride, spironolactone, enzalutamide, or canabidiol might help mitigate the severity of the disease.

      community I talked to urologist about Finasteride and just wanted to share what he said

      in Finasteride  235 upvotes 6 years ago
      The effects of Finasteride, a drug used to treat hair loss, prostate problems and other conditions. The post by iaskedadoctor describes the conversations they had with a Urologist about the effects of the drug on DHT levels throughout the body, how lower doses are beneficial in reducing side effects, how erectile dysfunction can be psychological as well as physiological, how morning erections are not necessarily important, and how persistent side effects appear to be rare. People also shared their experiences with taking Finasteride for hair loss, including potential side effects such as reduced ejaculate force and development of man boobs.

      community A hill on which I will die: The DHT itch absolutely exists

      in Research/Science  204 upvotes 4 months ago
      The DHT itch is linked to hair loss and persists despite finasteride use; switching to dutasteride helped alleviate the itch and promoted regrowth. Some users suggest seborrheic dermatitis as a cause and recommend treatments like medicated shampoos, vitamin D, and minoxidil.

      community 15 years of finasteride/minoxidil

      in Update  194 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user shared a 15-year experience using minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, stating that despite never missing a dose, their hairline continued to recede slowly. Other users suggested that the hair loss might be exacerbated by the use of steroids and recommended considering other treatments like dutasteride and RU58841.

      community Mid 40s Fin only - 12 month update.

      in Progress Pictures  508 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user in their mid-40s shared a 12-month update on using finasteride for hair loss, showing significant improvement. They started seeing thicker hair and regrowth after 3 months, with no side effects noticed.

      community Fin raised my estrogen but also testosterone?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  18 upvotes 8 months ago
      A user experienced initial side effects from finasteride, including erectile dysfunction and emotional changes, but later noticed increased muscle mass and assertiveness. Hormonal tests showed elevated estrogen and prolactin levels, which slightly decreased over time; the user plans lifestyle changes to see if they help.

      community It’s getting worse. (4 months)

      in Update  203 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, with users suggesting the use of finasteride daily, considering minoxidil for aggressive hair loss, and discussing the normalcy of shedding during treatment. Some users recommend adding Nizoral shampoo and switching to dutasteride for better results.

      community Testosterone and hair loss seeming irrelevance

      in Research/Science  82 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about the role of testosterone in hair loss and the effectiveness of different treatments. The conclusion is that DHT is the main culprit for hair loss, and finasteride has been proven to work long-term in maintaining and regrowing hair. Testosterone may have a minor effect, but it is not the primary cause of hair loss.

      community What’s your experience with RU58841?

      in Treatment  21 upvotes 1 year ago
      People shared mixed experiences with RU58841 for hair loss; one person saw no improvement, another had significant gains and uses it with finasteride, while a third had an allergic reaction to the premixed solution. Some mix RU58841 powder into minoxidil themselves.

      community Topical Minoxidil is a pain in the ass for diffuse thinners

      in Minoxidil  95 upvotes 1 year ago
      Topical minoxidil being a difficult product to apply, with users considering finasteride, RU58841, and oral minoxidil as alternative treatments for diffuse thinning hair. Other advice includes shaving the head in the first 3 months of using minoxidil and finding ways to apply it without saturating the hair.

      community Results so far on Finasteride and biotin

      in Progress Pictures  143 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about someone experiencing significant hair regrowth after 23 days on Finasteride and Biotin, with others suggesting additional treatments like Minoxidil and microneedling. Some doubt the speed of hair growth, while others believe Biotin isn't contributing to the results.

      community Why Didn't the Pumkin Seed Oil Study Get More Attention?

      in Question  70 upvotes 5 years ago
      Pumpkin seed oil showed a 40% increase in hair count, but its effectiveness is questioned due to other ingredients in the supplement. Users discuss its potential compared to finasteride, with some expressing skepticism and others showing interest.

      community Surprise! Hair loss at 25

       6 upvotes 8 years ago
      A user noticed worsening hair loss and is considering treatments. They plan to use finasteride, Rogaine, and a ketoconazole shampoo, and seek advice on their effectiveness and usage.

      community AGA evaluation and first steps - BEGINNER MEGAPOST

      in Chat  78 upvotes 4 weeks ago
      The conversation discusses androgenic alopecia (AGA) and its treatments, focusing on finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo. Finasteride is recommended as essential for preventing further hair loss.