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Glossary Hot Flashes

sudden intense heat sensations often linked to hormonal changes

Hot flashes, also known as hot flushes, are sudden feelings of intense heat that are often accompanied by sweating and a rapid heartbeat. They are commonly experienced by women during menopause due to hormonal changes, particularly the decrease in estrogen levels, but can also occur in men undergoing androgen deprivation therapy for prostate cancer. These episodes can last from a few seconds to several minutes and may be followed by chills.

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community I am going to reduce finasteride to half the dose (0.5 mg) and I have several questions

4 upvotes 1 year ago

A 34-year-old man plans to reduce his finasteride dose from 1 mg to 0.5 mg due to negative side effects like hormonal imbalances and seeks advice on managing these effects and potential alternatives. Suggestions include considering dutasteride as an alternative and noting that a new equilibrium with a reduced dose may take about two weeks.

community Whatever happened to Clascoterone? (breezula for hair) (sold as Winlevi for acne available since 2021)

4 upvotes 2 weeks ago

Clascoterone (Breezula) is anticipated for release in the coming years but is considered too weak for aggressive androgenetic alopecia (AGA). Current treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride are preferred, with some users obtaining clascoterone from the gray market.

community Started OM and Fin one year ago

in Female 5 upvotes 3 months ago

The user is experiencing significant hair shedding despite using 1.25mg oral minoxidil and 1mg finasteride daily for a year. They are advised to monitor health factors like vitamin levels and heart health, and consider increasing ferritin levels for optimal hair growth.

community My Widows peak randomly grew back? Is my thinning covid related?

in Is this regrowth? 2 years ago

The user experienced hair thinning, possibly due to long COVID and prediabetes, and saw regrowth after dietary changes and using biotin shampoo. They are taking vitamins and noticed significant hair regrowth, especially at the widow's peak.

community Libido on Finasteride

4 upvotes 11 years ago

The conversation discusses the effects of finasteride on libido, with the original poster experiencing a significant decrease in sexual desire after starting the medication. Other users share similar experiences and suggest potential remedies, including Vitamin E supplementation and lifestyle changes like avoiding pornography.

community 20MTF Results on the crown from 1 year on estrogen injections

468 upvotes 6 months ago

Estrogen injections significantly improved hair growth, particularly on the crown, after stopping finasteride. Monotherapy with estrogen led to hairline improvement, but also caused sterility and potential feminization effects.

community After about 3 months of 2mg Estradiol (Sublingual) and 2.5mg Minox (Oral) daily

in Progress Pictures 160 upvotes 9 months ago

A person transitioning is using 2mg sublingual estradiol and 2.5mg oral minoxidil daily for hair regrowth, noting significant progress in three months. They plan to increase estrogen dosage and consider adding dutasteride, discussing the effects and challenges of transitioning.

community Regrowth after 9 months of DHT blockers, and 6 months of HRT

in Transgender 24 upvotes 10 months ago

A 20-year-old saw significant hair regrowth after 9 months of using DHT blockers (finasteride and dutasteride) and 6 months of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) with estradiol. The regrowth is attributed to low testosterone and high estradiol levels, without using Minoxidil.

community The Cure isn't 5 years away; it's already here.

in Research/Science 1005 upvotes 1 year ago

PP405 is a new topical treatment for hair loss, showing promise in trials but still requires finasteride for maintenance. There is skepticism about its effectiveness and safety, with concerns about needing finasteride to maintain results.

community In God We Trust, Topical Fin/Min with existing ADHD issues

in Chat 19 upvotes 1 year ago

A 27-year-old male with ADHD is experiencing hair thinning and is starting a treatment with topical finasteride (0.025%) and minoxidil (5%). He is addressing high prolactin levels and low vitamin D, while managing side effects from ADHD medication.

community Attempting to assist people with gyno sides on finasteride

23 upvotes 2 years ago

Finasteride can cause gynecomastia due to hormonal imbalances. Management includes consulting an endocrinologist and using aromatase inhibitors like anastrozole or supplements like DIM and zinc.

community If we lose hair because of our sensitivity to DHT, then why are we trying to reduce DHT when our sensitive androgen receptors are the culprit?

13 upvotes 4 years ago

The conversation discusses the effectiveness of reducing DHT for hair loss treatment and explores alternative approaches like reducing androgen receptor sensitivity. Specific treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, pyrilutamide (KX-826), GT20029, and RU58841.

community What happens if you combine dutasteride and a aromataze inhibitor?

4 upvotes 7 years ago

Combining dutasteride and an aromatase inhibitor may increase testosterone levels significantly, potentially enhancing athletic performance but also posing health risks like elevated blood pressure and worsened cholesterol. The user is experimenting with dutasteride, anastrozole, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo to manage hair loss and estradiol levels, while monitoring side effects and hormone levels.

community Real world data from Europe shows that DUT is significantly safer than FIN in long term use

531 upvotes 1 year ago

Dutasteride is safer than finasteride for long-term use, with fewer sexual side effects. Users experience better hair regrowth and fewer side effects with dutasteride.

community Hot weather causing hair shedding?

3 upvotes 9 months ago

Hot weather can increase hair shedding, possibly due to dehydration and active sebaceous glands. Using shampoos with salicylic acid or zinc pyrithione may help; daily anti-inflammatory use is not recommended.

community Hot Take: Betting on PP405 can backfire

80 upvotes 1 year ago

PP405 is seen as promising but uncertain, with users advised to continue using existing treatments like minoxidil and finasteride. Concerns include its cost, availability, and interaction with hair transplants, while some hope it could complement current treatments.

community The Theory of BURN THE SCALP. !!UPDATES¡¡¡

in Update 48 upvotes 1 year ago

A user experimented with applying hot water to their scalp to potentially stimulate hair growth, noting reduced dandruff but uncertain hair loss results. They started this method due to side effects from minoxidil and are considering taking a break to observe changes.

community The Theory of BURN THE SCALP. !! NEW UPDATES¡¡¡

in Update 124 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses a user's experiment with using hot water and a dermastamp to reduce hair loss, improve dandruff, and promote new hair growth. The user advises caution and mentions not sharing photos until more progress is visible.

community Did anyone try natural hair masks while on Finasteride?

2 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation is about using natural hair masks like red hot pepper, aloe vera, onion juice, mint oil, and valerian root alongside finasteride for hair loss. The user is asking if anyone has tried these and seen positive effects.

community Did anyone try natural hair masks while on Finasteride?

1 upvotes 2 years ago

community The Theory of BURN THE SCALP. !! PHOTOS ¡¡

in Update 73 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses a user's unconventional hair loss treatment involving scalp massage, dermastamping, and pouring hot water to induce a burning sensation, with a warning not to try it without further evidence. Other users suggest more traditional treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride, while expressing skepticism and concern about the hot water method.

community Which RU58841 vendor do you use, and how do you store your topical solution?

2 upvotes 2 months ago

A user is considering adding RU58841 to their hair loss treatment regimen, seeking advice on trusted vendors, storage, and solution concentration. They currently use Finasteride and Dutasteride and are advised to store RU58841 in a fridge during hot months and that K&B and ethanol + PG solutions are equally effective, with irritation varying by individual.

community Reducing Scalp Inflammation

4 upvotes 5 years ago

The conversation discusses treatments for scalp inflammation, suggesting options like scalp massage, changing shampoos, using aloe vera, Tgel, nizoral shampoo, topical cetirizine, and consulting a dermatologist. Finasteride was mentioned as helpful for reducing inflammation, but with side effects.

community Channing Tatum accepted he's going bald or has he had a transplant?

in Satire 807 upvotes 11 months ago

Channing Tatum's hair loss and whether he accepted baldness or had a hair transplant. Users share experiences with finasteride and hair transplants, and discuss the importance of hair maintenance with age.

community Nizoral has pretty much stopped my scalp issues/shedding - but drying out my hair terrible... advice for what to do?

4 upvotes 13 years ago

Nizoral shampoo reduced shedding but caused hair dryness. Alternatives like non-SLS ketoconazole shampoos, such as Regenpure DR, are recommended for use 2-3 times a week to avoid dryness.

community Is Ketoconazole a big factor in preventing hairloss?

in Ketoconazole 41 upvotes 1 year ago

Ketoconazole shampoo may help with scalp health and inflammation but is not a substitute for DHT blockers like finasteride. It is generally considered a minor addition to hair loss treatment, with varying opinions on its effectiveness.

community The case of a 78 year old man who accidentally regrew his hair (published in the British Medical Journal)

in Chat 213 upvotes 10 months ago

A 78-year-old man regrew hair after suffering burns, suggesting that injury-induced healing processes might trigger hair growth. Microneedling and other treatments like minoxidil and finasteride are discussed as potential methods to stimulate similar regrowth.

community Ethanol left in sun, can I still use?

5 upvotes 4 years ago

Ethanol left in the sun is still usable as a vehicle for compounds like CB, as no chemical changes occur at 84°F.

community Anyone with mild hair loss successful with just herbal oils and massage?

5 upvotes 5 years ago

The conversation discusses using herbal oils, scalp massage, and dietary changes for hair loss prevention, with some success in regrowing baby hairs. Treatments mentioned include peppermint oil, cinnamon oil, castor oil, and RU58841.

community DHT levels went up after 6 months of finasteride usage.

22 upvotes 2 weeks ago

Finasteride's effectiveness may be reduced due to heat exposure, affecting DHT levels. Testing methods and medication storage conditions are likely factors in the unchanged DHT levels.