The user has been using topical Minoxidil and finasteride for 5 months without seeing regrowth, despite ideal bloodtest results. They are seeking advice on what to do next due to frustration with continued hair loss.
A user asked if taking a bloodtest 3 days after starting finasteride would affect the results for Estradiol, FSH, SHBG, Progesterone, and DHEA-S. The conversation is about the timing of bloodtests after beginning finasteride treatment.
A 20-year-old with thinning hair has low vitamin D and normal testosterone. They are prescribed oral minoxidil and vitamin D, and are questioning if finasteride is also necessary.
The conversation is about a user sharing their bloodtest results and questioning if it's okay to start a hair loss treatment with finasteride. Specific treatments mentioned are Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
A user reported a significant reduction in DHT levels after 3 months of taking 1mg/day oral finasteride, along with using minoxidil foam, microneedling, and Nutrafol vitamins. They hope this will lead to hair growth and less shedding.
A 27-year-old male using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and dermarolling for hair loss shared bloodtest results and experienced side effects with Finasteride. Adjusting the Finasteride dosage helped reduce side effects.
A user is planning to get extensive bloodtests before starting Finasteride and is seeking advice on which tests are necessary. They are concerned about the cost and potential redundancy of some tests.
The user has been taking 0.5 finasteride for 10 months and wants to repeat bloodtests, including estradiol. However, their doctor is reluctant to test estradiol, arguing it's typically low in men, and the user is considering seeking a second opinion.
A user in the UK seeks advice on bloodtests before starting Finasteride and Minoxidil for hair loss. Recommended tests include thyroid function, hormone levels, liver and kidney function, and vitamin and mineral levels.
A user in England seeks advice on where to get a custom bloodtest for DHT, PRL, estradiol, SHBG, testosterone, and free testosterone before starting dutasteride. They want a baseline measurement before beginning treatment.
A 32-year-old male started taking 0.5mg of finasteride daily for hair thinning and, after 8 weeks, experienced a 70% reduction in DHT and an increase in estradiol; he is currently in the shedding phase of treatment and questioning if the dosage is correct based on his DHT levels. He began with a lower dose due to already low normal testosterone and DHT levels.
Low Vitamin D can cause hair shedding, and taking 5000 IU of Vitamin D daily reduced shedding significantly. Vitamin D deficiency is common and correcting it can benefit overall health.
A user's plan to use Zix and topical finasteride (5AR inhibitors) for hair loss, followed by bloodtesting before/after. The user has suggested creating a fund to cover part of the cost of their bloodtests. Replies to their post discuss the effectiveness of the treatments.
The user is taking 1mg Dutasteride, 2.5mg oral Minoxidil, topical Minoxidil, 28mg iron, vitamin D3 + K2, and Selenium daily. They are concerned about their receding hairline despite good hair density and crown.
A 25-year-old male is concerned about his bloodtest results, particularly the low percentage of free testosterone, and is questioning whether starting finasteride for hair loss might worsen this issue. He also notes a slight vitamin D deficiency and lack of sleep before the test.
A 25-year-old male with normal hormone levels is considering starting finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss but is concerned about high estradiol levels and potential side effects. Responses vary, with some suggesting bloodtests before starting treatment and others emphasizing individual tolerance and the importance of consulting a doctor.
User experienced good results with topical finasteride, noting reduced DHT and increased testosterone. They plan to revert to a lower dosage after observing slight libido reduction.
A 24-year-old male experienced an increase in estradiol levels and symptoms like gynecomastia and excessive sweating after using Minoxidil for hair loss. His estradiol levels decreased after he stopped using Minoxidil.
A user took finasteride for hair loss 10 years ago, stopped after a month, and has since suffered from severe erectile dysfunction (ED) and other symptoms. They shared bloodtest results seeking advice for their condition, and others discussed similar experiences with finasteride and related drugs.
A user experiencing significant hair loss while on finasteride and minoxidil found out they had vitamin D and iron deficiencies. After adding iron, vitamin D, and a multivitamin with zinc to their treatment, they saw reduced hair fall within a week.
The user has been using a topical treatment combining finasteride, minoxidil, and caffeine for 9 months without noticing any changes and is inquiring about bloodtests to check for finasteride resistance. They had their DHT levels checked, which were 54 ng/dl, and are planning to share progress pictures soon.
The conversation is about which bloodtests are essential to check before starting hair loss treatment with finasteride or dutasteride. The tests mentioned include DHT, PSA, Estrogen/Estradiol, Testosterone, FSH, and LH.
After 4 months of using topical finasteride and minoxidil, bloodtests showed increased E2, Test, and Prolactine levels. The user is concerned about potential side effects like gyno and is seeking advice on managing these values.
A user shared their hair loss journey, detailing the use of topical Minoxidil and Finasteride, and oral Minoxidil. Bloodtests showed a decrease in DHT levels after using topical Finasteride, with no side effects but slight hair loss.
After using finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss, a user's bloodtests showed almost unchanged DHT levels and some out-of-range hormone levels. They experienced side effects when taking dutasteride daily and also take supplements that boost testosterone.
The impact of creatine on DHT levels, and whether it could cause accelerated male pattern baldness (MPB). The user taking a 5 alpha reductase inhibitor found that their DHT levels actually reduced despite taking creatine for nine weeks. Replies suggested looking into testosterone levels as well and debating the safety of creatine use in relation to MPB.
A person considering finasteride for hair loss checked their hormone levels before starting treatment. They are concerned about the potential increase in estradiol and its effects, as well as the impact on their sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG) and free testosterone levels.
The user is experiencing severe hair loss due to gut malabsorption and is seeking advice on nutrient testing and supplementation. They have low Vitamin D and Ferritin levels and are asking for recommendations on additional nutrients and bloodtests to consider.
Finasteride raises total testosterone but lowers free testosterone, which is important for male health. Users report mixed experiences with their fitness levels and bloodtest results after using finasteride.