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GlossaryHypogonadism (Low Testosterone)

condition where sex glands produce insufficient hormones

Hypogonadism is a medical condition where the body's sex glands, the testes in men and the ovaries in women, produce little or no hormones. This can lead to various symptoms such as reduced libido, infertility, and in some cases, hair loss. It can be caused by genetic factors, injury, or certain medical conditions, and often requires hormone replacement therapy for management.

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community Be careful when switching from Finasteride to Dutasteride because for more efficacy.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 13 upvotes 2 months ago

Switching from finasteride to dutasteride may be more effective for hair regrowth due to dutasteride's stronger enzyme inhibition, but combining both drugs could enhance results. Some users report better outcomes with dutasteride, while others recommend a gradual transition to prevent potential hair loss.

community Feeling energyless and think my 2.5mg dut per day might be causing it

in Research/Science 20 upvotes 3 months ago

Taking 2.5mg of dutasteride daily can cause feelings of low energy, ambition, and motivation, likely due to hormonal imbalances. Many users suggest lowering the dose to 0.5mg to alleviate these side effects.

community 2 months of topical minoxidil (5%) use and there is a shadow now!

in Transgender 192 upvotes 1 year ago

The post discusses the user's experience with topical minoxidil (5%) for hair loss, showing some improvement after 2 months. Suggestions from others include keeping the hair shorter on the sides and back, adding finasteride for better results, and considering a shaved head look, though the latter was debated for its femininity.

community Testosterone in Reference Range Doesn't Cause Hair Loss

in Research/Science 51 upvotes 10 months ago

Testosterone within the normal range does not significantly contribute to male pattern baldness (MPB); DHT is the main factor that can be controlled. Genetics play a crucial role in hair loss, and treatments like finasteride and dutasteride, which block DHT, can help despite potentially raising testosterone levels.

community Testosterone and hair loss seeming irrelevance

in Research/Science 81 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 Finally decided to buzz my head after experiencing hair loss since I was 17 (23 now). I think it looks decent, swipe to see what I was rocking before during the pandemic. Who knows maybe I’ll hop on fin but as someone who struggles with chronic fatigue and low test I’m hesitant.

in Shaved/buzzed 326 upvotes 2 years ago

A user's decision to shave their head after experiencing hair loss since the age of 17, and discussion around the potential use of Fin for treating hair loss.

community Is this broscience? From More Plates, More Dates

in Research/Science 21 upvotes 9 months ago

The conversation discusses whether finasteride's reduction of DHT and increase in scalp testosterone contribute to hair follicle miniaturization. Some participants argue testosterone does not cause miniaturization, while others suggest that even with reduced DHT, other androgens like testosterone may still contribute to hair loss.

community Dutasteride High Libido. How come we don't talk about this?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 206 upvotes 2 months ago

Dutasteride and finasteride can affect libido differently, with some experiencing increased libido and others decreased libido or erectile dysfunction. Dutasteride may increase testosterone levels but can also cause side effects like liver enzyme changes, while topical finasteride may have fewer sexual side effects.

community Topical finasteride has affected my hormones

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 27 upvotes 11 months ago

A 21-year-old experienced hormone changes after using self-made topical finasteride for hair loss, including a 20% decrease in DHT, a 47% increase in testosterone, and a 39% increase in estradiol. The user previously used minoxidil and microneedling but is now seeking ways to balance hormones, possibly through supplements or dosage adjustments.

community We need actual hair loss studies on Epristeride

in Research/Science 6 upvotes 1 month ago

Epristeride is a selective 5 alpha reductase type 2 inhibitor that may reduce scalp DHT similarly to finasteride, with potentially fewer side effects. It is suggested that combining epristeride with finasteride or dutasteride could enhance hair loss treatment effectiveness.

community Interesting article links major MPB theories to western diet (and life-style)

in Research/Science 55 upvotes 1 month ago

Poor diet and lifestyle contribute to male pattern baldness. Treatments like Minoxidil, dietary changes, and lifestyle adjustments may help slow hair loss.

community DIY Dutasteride Mesotherapy....THE ULTIMATE EXPERIMENT WITH RESULTS! (UPDATED! MISSION COMPLETE)

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 33 upvotes 3 years ago

The post discusses a DIY Dutasteride Mesotherapy procedure for hair regrowth, supplemented with oral Minoxidil. The user describes the process, including preparation, equipment used, and initial results, expressing excitement for future outcomes.

community Is anyone taking creatine while on fin and/or dut?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 33 upvotes 5 months ago

The conversation discusses the use of creatine while on finasteride and/or dutasteride for hair loss. Opinions vary, with some users reporting no issues and others experiencing accelerated hair loss, suggesting effects are individual.

community Is there a topical androgen receptor blocker so we don't have to fuck with the enzyme and destroy our allopregnanolone, but go and hit the end target straight?

in Treatment 47 upvotes 7 months ago

The conversation discusses topical androgen receptor blockers for hair loss, mentioning Clascoterone, Pyrilutamide, GT20029, and RU58841. Ketoconazole's effectiveness and application methods are also debated.

community Another clueless guy fearmongering and spreading misinformation

in Chat 251 upvotes 10 months ago

The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, with some users advocating for finasteride and minoxidil, while others express concerns about potential side effects of finasteride. A social media influencer is criticized for promoting scalp massages and minoxidil over finasteride, which some believe is misinformation.

community Finasteride increase in Estradiol?

in Update 17 upvotes 10 months ago

A user experienced increased estradiol, nipple tenderness, and ED after taking finasteride. They are considering dose reduction to mitigate these effects.

community Progress Pics – Minoxidil + Derma Rolling

in Progress Pictures 1 year ago

This conversation is about the user "Such_Ad7910" sharing progress pictures of their hair loss treatments, which include minoxidil and derma rolling. They recently got a prescription for finasteride to further help with their hairline, and multiple people have commented urging them to use it.

community My experience balding, taking Finasteride for 2 years, and what's next.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 upvotes 1 year ago

Finasteride initially stopped hair loss and improved hair quality but caused weight gain and mild ED. After two years, hair loss resumed despite continued use, leading to consideration of going bald.

community For what it's worth, I just want to state that I also think that adding Dutasteride to Finasteride has made my hair worse

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 19 upvotes 3 years ago

A user shared that adding Dutasteride to Finasteride worsened their hair loss, despite initial improvements with Finasteride alone. Others in the conversation debated the effectiveness of Dutasteride, with some suggesting individual responses vary and others defending its proven efficacy for hair loss.

community Attention Finasteride / Dutasteride and Your liver

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 373 upvotes 1 month ago

Finasteride may cause elevated liver enzymes, potentially leading to liver issues, though this is rare. Users should monitor liver function and consider topical alternatives if liver sensitivity occurs.

community Well here I am 3-4 years later.

in Update 56 upvotes 10 months ago

The conversation is about someone who has been taking finasteride for hair loss without success, considering switching to dutasteride or giving up treatment. Suggestions include trying dutasteride, microneedling, infrared therapy, multivitamins, and high-concentration topical solutions combining finasteride and dutasteride.

community 2 year fin/min progress (age 27-29)

in Progress Pictures 302 upvotes 1 year ago

A user's two-year progress using 1mg of oral finasteride daily and twice daily application of 5% minoxidil solution for hair loss. The user experienced temporary side effects but is pleased with the results, and another user warns about the importance of consistent use for maintaining results.

community Signs of life. Ru, topical fin/min, mk677, micro needling

in Progress Pictures 192 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses using RU58841, topical finasteride/minoxidil, MK677, and microneedling as treatments for hair loss. MK677 is mentioned as a growth hormone that improves hair health and recovery from microneedling.

community Natural Remedies: Polyphenols and Hair Loss

19 upvotes 5 years ago

Natural remedies to treat hair loss, such as polyphenols, apple peel extract, grape seed extract, green tea extract, peppermint oil, pumpkin seed oil, apigenin, Ginkgo biloba, red clover extract, olive leaf extract, Ecklonia Cava and Grateloupia elliptica. In addition, terpenes, carotenoids, and tocopherols were discussed as potential treatments.

community A Different Take on Curing MBP

16 upvotes 5 years ago

Addressing hair loss by focusing on posture, blood flow, and craniofacial development. Methods include improving posture, cardiovascular activity, scalp massages, healthy diet, meditation, using minoxidil, and addressing craniofacial issues.

community why do some people have such a severe personal vendetta against finasterid?

in Question 17 upvotes 6 years ago

A user is concerned about starting finasteride due to negative reports and potential side effects. Other users suggest talking to a doctor, considering personal tolerance, and note that side effects are rare.

community How I started reversing Male Pattern Baldness naturally ?

in Question 6 upvotes 7 years ago

The user reversed male pattern baldness using a pro-thyroid diet, lifestyle changes, and scalp stimulation exercises, without Minoxidil or Finasteride. They reported reduced dandruff, itchiness, oiliness, and experienced hair regrowth and thickening over 15 months.

community 19 yo destroyed hairline even though using Fin/min/microneedling for 16months/11months/3months … Idk what to do.

in Progress Pictures 261 upvotes 11 months ago

A 19-year-old has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling to treat hair loss with no regrowth, feeling mentally affected by it. Advice given includes continuing treatment, considering a hair transplant, addressing potential vitamin deficiencies, and possibly switching to dutasteride or adding ketoconazole shampoo.

community PCOS female who posted before; saw Endo today. prescribed spironolactone and minox 5%

in Update 1 upvotes 1 year ago

PCOS female visited doctor for hair loss concerns, prescribed spironolactone and minox 5%. Doctor advised against finasteride or dutasteride, user considering self-medication with dutasteride.

community Any current RU58841 user experiences? I just added it to my nuclear stack.

in Treatment 10 upvotes 1 year ago

A 26-year-old individual treating hair loss since 19, using a regimen of Finasteride, Cyproterone, Oral Minoxidil, Microneedling, Dutasteride, and newly added RU58841. They're seeking advice from other RU58841 users about their experiences.