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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 Low testosterone and dht. What should I do?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 7 upvotes 8 months ago

The user has low testosterone and DHT levels and is considering taking finasteride for Norwood 2 hair loss with diffuse thinning. They are seeking advice on whether low DHT indicates high sensitivity to DHT in the scalp and opinions on their lab values.

community Why is it that low testosterone causes hair loss as well? How can I be balding?

in Chat 158 upvotes 7 months ago

The conversation discusses the confusion over low testosterone potentially causing hair loss, with users sharing personal experiences and knowledge about hair loss treatments like Finasteride. Some users suggest that hair follicle sensitivity to DHT, not testosterone levels, is the key factor in balding, and others discuss the side effects of hair loss medications.

community Effect of finasteride if you already have low testosterone?

in Treatment 1 upvotes 4 months ago

A 24-year-old with a history of hair loss, low testosterone, and other health issues is seeking advice on treatments. They are considering options like topical and oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, PRP therapy, tretinoin, and microneedling.

community My Testosterone is less than 1/3rd In 7 Months since I took Finasteride!

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 113 upvotes 1 year ago

A user experienced a significant drop in testosterone levels after taking finasteride, leading to side effects like low libido and muscle mass loss. Despite its effectiveness for hair, the user decided to stop finasteride due to its impact on hormones, preferring to be bald.

community Spiro wiped out my testosterone, now switching to dut, do I have to taper the spiro?

in Female 1 upvotes 1 year ago

User on 100mg spiro and oral minox for 2 years, now switching to dut due to low testosterone. Asks if tapering spiro is necessary or can stop immediately.

community Starting finasteride with poor hormones

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 7 upvotes 2 years ago

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.

community Tired of playing this game on hard mode? (not click bait).

in Treatment 6 months ago

Hair loss can be linked to low testosterone, affecting DHT and estrogen levels. Treatments discussed include increasing testosterone, using Finasteride, and applying estrogen cream.

community Why is my crown still thinning? (MTF 4+ years/Fin 3+ years/Microneedling 1mo)

in Transgender 3 upvotes 1 year ago

Trans woman experiencing thinning hair despite low testosterone and finasteride use seeks possible causes and solutions. Current treatments include finasteride, spironolactone, estradiol, vitamins, and microneedling; minoxidil not tried due to concerns about dependence and side effects.

community Possible causes for crown/top of head thinning even while on a “nuclear” stack? (MTF + fin + microneedling)

in What should I do? 2 upvotes 1 year ago

Trans woman experiences hair thinning despite low testosterone and treatments like finasteride and microneedling. Possible causes discussed include past eating disorder and current stack of medications and supplements.

community Are these safe levels to start taking Finasteride (M, 25)?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 11 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses concerns about starting finasteride with low testosterone levels, with one person suggesting finasteride might increase testosterone and decrease DHT, and another advising to pay attention to thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) levels.

community 8 week - sharing Finasteride blood test update

in Progress Pictures 6 upvotes 11 months ago

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.

community I got a weird one you guys/gals

in Chat 10 upvotes 3 months ago

A 33-year-old man experienced diffuse thinning and hair shedding due to sleep deprivation and low testosterone. After starting hCG treatment, he noticed hair regrowth on his temples.

community Reasonable and safe stack? Bloodwork within.

in Minoxidil 1 upvotes 8 months ago

A 26-year-old male is using a combination of clomiphene, minoxidil, tadalafil, bupropion, and lisdexamfetamine to address low testosterone, ED, depression, and focus issues. He seeks input on the safety and efficacy of this regimen, which also includes magnesium, zinc, and fish oil supplements.

community Considering 75mg oral spiro for hairloss (man)

in Treatment 1 year ago

Hair loss treatments Fin and Minoxidil failed for user. Suggested alternatives are 75mg oral spiro and RU58841, but concerns about low testosterone and self-esteem were raised.

community anybody here having success with Topical Spironolactone?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 3 upvotes 1 year ago

The user plans to mix Kirkland minoxidil with spironolactone tablets for hair loss. They cannot use finasteride, saw palmetto, or spearmint tea due to side effects like insomnia and low testosterone.

community I think I’m on to something

23 upvotes 5 years ago

The user shared their personal experience with hair loss, hormone imbalances, and treatments including testosterone boosters, natural estrogen blockers, and DHEA. They suggest that low-dose finasteride and natural hormone therapy could reduce hair loss with fewer side effects.

community Long term results are real: 11 years on fin. then dut. + min. then oral min. - first pic at 18 with massive miniaturization and the others last night at 29

in Progress Pictures 759 upvotes 1 year ago

The conclusion of the conversation is that the user, who has been using finasteride for 11 years and then switched to dutasteride and minoxidil, has experienced minimal side effects and significant hair regrowth. They also mention that side effects are rare and often related to other factors such as poor diet and low testosterone levels.

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 for those who had high levels of testo and estradiol after start fin/dut: did it comeback to baseline or normal levels?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 8 upvotes 5 months ago

A user experienced increased testosterone and estradiol levels after starting finasteride/dutasteride and is asking if these levels will return to normal over time. The conversation focuses on whether these changes are temporary.

community Trying to understand finasteride side effects and post finasteride syndrome

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 74 upvotes 4 years ago

The conversation discusses the side effects of finasteride, including low libido and erectile dysfunction, and the possibility of these effects being permanent, known as post-finasteride syndrome (PFS). Some users report personal experiences with PFS and debate whether the condition is real, with varying opinions on the reversibility of side effects and the role of individual biology.

community Increased adipose tissue (being overweight) in males may increase likelyhood of finasterde side effects

in Research/Science 29 upvotes 2 months ago

Being overweight may increase finasteride side effects due to higher aromatase activity converting testosterone to estradiol. Maintaining a healthy weight could reduce these side effects.

community Topical fin (0.008%) + min - left: 26yo, right: 30yo, goodbye MBP, I keep my NW-0 :D

in Progress Pictures 343 upvotes 8 months ago

A user shared progress pictures showing successful hair retention using a low-dose topical finasteride (0.008%) combined with minoxidil. Users discussed the effectiveness of the treatment, minimal effective dosing, and avoiding systemic side effects.

community my Body hair has stopped working

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 44 upvotes 9 months ago

A user on dutasteride for hair loss noticed hair regrowth on their head but a significant reduction in body hair growth. They plan to switch to finasteride and dutasteride and are considering testosterone replacement therapy but are concerned about its effects on hair growth.

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

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 202 upvotes 1 month 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 The hardest hair protocol ever!

in Research/Science 9 upvotes 2 years ago

The user is using RU58841, finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil to slow down aggressive hair loss but is still experiencing hair shedding due to high testosterone levels. They plan to use ostarine to lower testosterone and prevent hair loss while maintaining muscle mass, and will continue using the other treatments.

community A warning to those thinking about using Dutasteride

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 99 upvotes 4 years ago

The potential risks of long-term use of Dutasteride and how it may be linked to elevated liver enzymes, cholesterol levels, and decreased testosterone. Alternative treatments such as Finasteride and RU58841 were also discussed.

community My hair after 3 steroid cycles

in Progress Pictures 25 upvotes 4 months ago

A user shared their hair progress after three steroid cycles, using 5% minoxidil and 100mg RU58841 daily. They are considering a hair transplant due to paranoia about shedding.

community 3 months progress, started balding in 26-27 and now 34 on the treatment

in Progress Pictures 78 upvotes 11 months ago

A person shared their 3-month hair regrowth progress using 1mg finasteride daily, a topical solution with finasteride, minoxidil, and tretinoin, and weekly microneedling. They regret not starting treatment earlier, and a reply agrees that early treatment is beneficial.

community Got Blood Work Lab Results for hormones. Need some help analyzing hormone values for Fin

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 7 upvotes 2 years ago

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.

community What's the deal with Zinc and DHT?

in Chat 47 upvotes 6 months ago

The conversation discusses the conflicting information about Zinc's effect on DHT and its role in hair loss. It mentions that Zinc can act as a 5AR inhibitor at high doses but may increase DHT if taken to correct a deficiency, and highlights the importance of nutritional balance for hair health.