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Whether taking finasteride and dutasteride can cause penile shrinkage, with long-term users providing their personal experiences.

A user describing their hair loss progress after 9 months of using minoxidil, finasteride, dermarolling, and a ketogenic diet. Other users congratulated them and noted the improvements in their appearance.

User asks about topical spironolactone experience. Two studies show it as promising anti-androgen treatment, with 5% cream available on Minoxidilmax website.

The Phase 2 trial for Pyrilutamide in the US, which started a year after the China trials, and inquiring about any available information on when it will finish. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.

A user's regimen to help with their diffuse thinning, which includes taking Pyrilutamide BID, 1mg finasteride daily, 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily, topical minoxidil since August 2021, LLLT every two days, topical fin, progesterone, melatonin, minoxidil (started one week ago), pumpkin seed oil and not dermarolling; other commenters suggested Nizoral for dandruff control and caution when using pre-mixed products with Pyrilutamide.

The conversation discusses a last-resort hair loss treatment combining topical finasteride, minoxidil, melatonin, and progesterone, with claims that topical finasteride can inhibit up to 52% of scalp DHT. One reply clarifies that progesterone is not an anti-androgen but has anti-androgenic properties because it competes with androgens for receptors.

. This user experienced positive results from using a combination of minoxidil and finasteride, with no reported side effects after two months. Others have also shared their experiences with both short-term and long-term use of finasteride.

Hair loss treatments, such as minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo and vitamins D3 and Omega 3, which appear to have been successful in regrowing hair on a user's temples that had been slick bald for 8-9 years.

Experimenting with trestolone as a treatment for hair loss in an attempt to avoid DHT-related treatments such as finasteride and dutasteride, and discussing the potential effects of its receptor selectivity on the androgen receptors in the scalp.

The efficacy of low doses of finasteride to reduce scalp DHT, and whether studies showing a 61% reduction are reflected in actual results. Replies discussed hair growth as an unintended consequence of minoxidil and finasteride use, as well as self-selective bias, potential side effects, and that studies measure effectiveness by hair count changes rather than DHT inhibition.

The positive effects of Finasteride, a hair loss treatment; and various other treatments such as Minoxidil and Nizoral that can be used to treat hair loss. Additionally, other methods are discussed, such as micro needling and taking spearmint supplements, which have been seen to help in some cases.

A user's experience with using 5AR inhibitors (Finasteride and Dutasteride) in combination with Minoxidil foam and microneedling, which resulted in substantial improvements to their crown density and hairline, despite high systemic levels of testosterone and dihydrotestosterone.

A potential new treatment for hair loss, Pyrilutamide, and the discussion of whether or not people should still be taking traditional treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride with it.

A user with diffuse hair loss after taking accutane, which might have triggered genetic predisposition to AGA; their experience taking finasteride and experiencing side effects of increased oil production, increased sex drive, worsening hair texture; they are considering zinc supplementation with finasteride or other treatments such as alfatradiol or spironolactone.

The user got blood work to check hormone levels before starting Finasteride for hair loss and is seeking advice on interpreting the results. They are considering hormone levels in relation to potential side effects of Finasteride.

Why androgenic alopecia affects the scalp rather than other body parts, potential explanations for this phenomenon, treatments available to combat hair loss, and the implications of male attractiveness in modern society.

The conversation is about a group of people trying KX-826 for hair loss, with no serious side effects reported after 25 days of use. Some participants are experiencing less scalp itch and shedding, but it's too early for definitive results.

A user successfully managed finasteride-induced gyno symptoms by making lifestyle changes, including fasting, avoiding soy, and increasing cardio. They resumed finasteride with a lower dose combined with minoxidil and P7 vitamins without recurrence of symptoms.

There is no natural way to stop hair loss; pharmaceuticals like minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 are the only effective treatments. Some users report success with minoxidil and microneedling, while others discuss the side effects of finasteride.

The user recovered from Post-Finasteride Syndrome (PFS) using a specific hormone protocol after trying finasteride and dutasteride. They now help others with PFS by reviewing blood work and offering personalized advice.

The user discussed their experience with hair loss treatments, including finasteride, RU58841, Nizoral, supplements, dermarolling, and minoxidil, which caused significant edema. They also experimented with dutasteride, which led to increased hair loss, and found that Armodafinil reduced minoxidil-related water retention and hair shedding.

A user with low testosterone and mild gyno is considering finasteride for hair loss. Others suggest consulting an endocrinologist first and share experiences of finasteride not worsening gyno.

User tried various hair loss treatments, including natural remedies, topical and oral finasteride, RU with stemoxydine, and topical dutasteride. All treatments had side effects, and topical dutasteride thickened hair but also caused side effects.

The user experienced worse hair after removing a wig system and has been using Hairband 82 Comfort Flex, Hair Max supplements, dermarolling, and a scalp massager for 4 months without clear results. They are hesitant to use Minoxidil due to shedding concerns and avoid finasteride due to side effects, preferring Saw Palmetto instead.

A user preparing to start finasteride for hair loss wanted to check for any abnormal bloodwork related to hair loss. They shared their blood test results and learned from another user that their doctor prescribed finasteride without any preliminary tests.

User with diffused thinning hair prefers receding temples, as hair transplant could fix it. Finasteride and minoxidil suggested to improve hair density.

User losing hair for 3 years tried shampoos, minoxidil, derma rolling, finasteride, and Adegen's 15% minoxidil protocol without success. Another user suggests lowering finasteride dosage and trying topical non-steroidal anti-androgens like Fluridil, RU58841, and Breezula.

User experienced side effects from oral finasteride and tried topical Alfatradiol for hair loss. Alfatradiol provided maintenance without significant regrowth, and user suggests it as an alternative for those struggling with finasteride side effects.

Hair loss treatment using Fin, Minoxidil and RU58841 with discussion about potential side effects and the power of nocebo effect.

User experienced feminizing side effects from finasteride and tried RU, alfatradiol, and finasteride without success. They are now considering treatments like Stemoxydine, Zix, Minoxidil, Dermarolling, Eucapil, and a hair transplant.