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GlossaryMental Health Issues

conditions affecting mood, thinking, and behavior

Mental Health Issues, also known as Mental Disorders or Psychiatric Disorders, refer to a wide range of conditions that affect a person's mood, thinking, and behavior. These can include depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, eating disorders, and addictive behaviors. Mental health issues can significantly impact daily functioning and quality of life, and they often require a combination of medication, therapy, and lifestyle changes for effective management.

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community Guys. Your hairloss and your mental health issues connected to your hairloss are two separate issues that require two separate treatments

in Chat 356 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss and the importance of not letting it affect one's self-worth. The conversation includes advice on treatments such as taking medication, like Minoxidil and Finasteride, and other methods to manage hairloss, such as buzzing your head or seeking professional help.

community Why I Will be Accepting Baldness

in Chat 204 upvotes 1 year ago

User decides to accept baldness due to mental health issues with finasteride. Others suggest considering hair systems, topical finasteride, or RU58841 as alternatives.

community I am putting my hair loss treatment on hold until my mental health is better.

in Update 18 upvotes 1 month ago

OP is pausing hair loss treatments to focus on mental health due to anxiety and side effects from RU58841. They plan to try topical finasteride and minoxidil after recovering from pneumonia.

community Male pattern baldness, and mental health

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 323 upvotes 8 months ago

A 48-year-old man has been using minoxidil for 15 years and considered finasteride but stopped due to potential side effects. He is concerned about his mental health and the impact of hair loss on self-image, and he encourages support among men experiencing hair loss.

community Why I believe PFS is not a "real" condition (and what I believe it is instead)

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 14 upvotes 1 year ago

The post argues that Post-Finasteride Syndrome (PFS) is likely not real and suggests symptoms may be due to mental health issues or the nocebo effect. The conversation includes personal experiences with finasteride, highlighting both positive and negative effects, and emphasizes consulting doctors and using reliable sources for medication.

community I've been afflicted by post finasteride syndrome, what now?

in Finasteride 42 upvotes 5 years ago

A user experienced severe side effects from finasteride, including mental health issues and physical symptoms, and sought advice on managing post-finasteride syndrome. Suggestions included checking vitamin levels, considering dopamine agonists, and avoiding further psychiatric medications.

community Kevin if you can see this now, please don’t go.

in Chat 548 upvotes 4 months ago

Kevin, a YouTuber known for his channel "haircafe," helped many with hair loss through treatments like finasteride. He recently took down his channel and checked into a psych ward due to mental health issues and backlash over old posts.

community Alfatradiol and Fluridil enough? Thoughs on topical fin?

in Treatment 4 upvotes 5 months ago

The user is currently using alfatradiol and fluridil for hair loss and is considering adding low-dose topical finasteride but is concerned about potential side effects due to past mental health issues. They are seeking others' experiences with these treatments and their effectiveness.

community Progress or lack of (on Fin since 3 years)

in Is this regrowth? 6 upvotes 1 year ago

BigLu2012 tried various hair loss treatments for 3 years, including Fin, Min, and RU, but experienced side effects and worsening hair condition. Ready-Character1581 suggested focusing on mental health and not stressing about hair, as it looks better than most.

community The worst thing about hair loss? Rant here!

in Chat 125 upvotes 4 months ago

Hair loss deeply affects self-esteem and mental health. Treatments mentioned include hair transplants, Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.

community We all regret not acting on hair loss sooner. What is something else we can prevent if we act now?

in Chat 94 upvotes 9 months ago

The conversation discusses the importance of early action in various aspects of life such as healthy eating, skincare, fitness, sleep, financial planning, and career development to prevent future health issues, regret, and financial hardship. Specific treatments mentioned include using sunscreen and tretinoin for anti-aging skincare.

community so pissed off at the world. hairloss is a nightmare in your early 20's (WARNING, RANT)

in Treatment 153 upvotes 2 years ago

User frustrated with lack of results from finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss. Others suggest checking for other health issues, focusing on fitness, and considering alternative treatments.

community Balding, short, small penis. What is the point of living…

in Treatment 405 upvotes 3 years ago

A 24 year old male struggling with the physical and mental effects of balding, being short, and having a micropenis. Suggested treatments include taking medications such as finasteride and minoxidil, lifting weights, and trying not to compare himself to others.

community Any Male Users of Topical Spironolactone Here? I might want to give it a shot

in Treatment 6 upvotes 1 week ago

A user discusses their current hair loss treatment of topical minoxidil, tretinoin, and dermarolling, and considers adding topical spironolactone due to concerns about finasteride's mental side effects. Other users advise against topical spironolactone, citing ineffectiveness and unpleasant smell.

community Finasteride won’t make all your problems go away

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 323 upvotes 10 months ago

A user shared that while finasteride improved their hair, it didn't solve all their insecurities, suggesting that self-acceptance is key. Others in the conversation expressed varying opinions, with some feeling that finasteride significantly boosted their confidence and quality of life, while others acknowledged it as a solution to hair loss but not a cure-all for other personal issues.

community Any finasteride users have a history of depression?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 26 upvotes 3 weeks ago

The conversation discusses finasteride for hair loss, especially among those with a history of depression. Users shared mixed experiences, with some reporting no issues and others experiencing worsened depression.

community Life after minoxidil? Has anyone stopped

in Update 147 upvotes 3 months ago

A user stopped using minoxidil after 10-12 years due to severe side effects like fluctuating blood pressure and chest pain, resulting in significant hair loss. Other users shared similar experiences, emphasizing health over hair and suggesting alternatives like finasteride, nanoxidil, and rosemary oil.

community I’m someone who was supposed to be prematurely bald. My hair loss started at 15, I started finasteride at 17, switched to dutasteride at 18, now at 19 this is my situation, thoughts? I know my life wouldn’t be that different if I was bald, I just feel more confident with hair..

in Progress Pictures 198 upvotes 1 year ago

A user's journey with hair loss, starting with finasteride at age 17 and switching to dutasteride at 18. The post provides insight on how minoxidil helped initially but quitting it caused some regrowth that was regained when switching to dutasteride. There is also discussion about starting finasteride as young as 17 years old for those who may be worried about potential physical development issues.

community PSA: Most men who stay on Fin will see the sexual side effects go away. Stop the fear mongering

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 191 upvotes 2 years ago

Finasteride can cause sexual side effects in less than 2% of men, but these often disappear over time, even if the treatment continues. Some users report persistent side effects, while others experience no issues or only temporary ones.

community 5 month Min/Fin Update! Progress pics below 🤩

in Progress Pictures 512 upvotes 1 year ago

The post and conversation are about a user's positive progress with hair loss using minoxidil and finasteride. No noticeable side effects were reported.

community Vitamin D deficiency strongly correlates with androgenic alopecia, FMPH and telogen effluvium

in Research/Science 155 upvotes 1 week ago

Vitamin D deficiency is linked to hair loss, and supplementation with vitamin D can improve conditions like androgenic alopecia and telogen effluvium. Users discussed various dosages of vitamin D, emphasizing the importance of getting blood tests to determine the appropriate amount.

community The celebrated doctors that we adore so much and whose advice we hear without doubts, are only humans after all

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 2 upvotes 6 months ago

The user visited three dermatologists for hair loss treatment and was disappointed with their lack of thorough examination and discussion. Treatments prescribed included minoxidil, finasteride, multivitamins, ketoconazole shampoo, vitamin D3, and biotin, but the user was dissatisfied with the approach and lack of consideration for newer treatments.

community 60-day progress with Minoxidil

in Progress Pictures 879 upvotes 8 months ago

A user shared a 60-day progress update on hair regrowth using only 5% Minoxidil foam once daily. Others suggested adding finasteride to address the underlying cause of hair loss and maintain long-term results.

community Going to try and reverse MPB naturally.

in Treatment 55 upvotes 2 years ago

A user is trying to reverse male pattern baldness (MPB) naturally by taking high doses of Vitamin D, improving diet, exercising, reducing stress, and other lifestyle changes, but plans to use finasteride if no results are seen in 60 days. Other users are skeptical, advising medical treatments like finasteride and warning against potential vitamin D overdose and the ineffectiveness of natural remedies for genetic hair loss.

community 1 Year Update: 1mg Dutasteride daily and 2.5-5mg oral Minoxidil Daily on Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia

in Progress Pictures 1406 upvotes 5 months ago

A user shared a 1-year update showing hair regrowth from taking 1mg Dutasteride and 2.5-5mg oral Minoxidil daily for Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia. Some comments praised the results, while others criticized the user's behavior and questioned potential side effects.

community Is it possible that dutasteride won’t make you depressedd if finasteride did?

in Chat 16 upvotes 5 months ago

The conversation discusses whether dutasteride might cause less depression than finasteride for hair loss treatment, with some users suggesting it could due to different mechanisms of action or molecular size, while others express skepticism or share personal experiences with these medications.

community Who here has maintained with finasteride for decades?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 133 upvotes 9 months ago

People have been using finasteride for 10 to 20+ years to maintain their hairline, with many reporting success and no significant side effects. Some users have combined finasteride with minoxidil for better results, and a few have switched to dutasteride or added hair transplants when finasteride was less effective.

community What an amazing time to be alive

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 186 upvotes 1 year ago

The post discusses a user's experience with hair loss treatments, specifically topical finasteride, minoxidil, and micro-needling, and their plan to switch to oral versions and add Dutasteride. The conversation includes various responses, with some users sharing their own experiences and side effects, and others expressing desire for a more permanent hair loss solution.

community Lil 4 month progress just on fin/min. Nothing special but realistic. I Like looking at my dead face when I was at my worst compared to now, gym helps yall

in Progress Pictures 355 upvotes 1 year ago

Slow_Class_4465's progress using finasteride and minoxidil to address hair loss, which has resulted in drastic improvement. Other users have shared their experiences with the treatments, including possible side effects.

community I’m gutted and this is my last post on this thread

in Update 190 upvotes 2 years ago

User tried various hair loss treatments without success and plans to consult a dermatologist and possibly shave head for emotional well-being.