Potential side effects of 5AR inhibitors like finasteride and dutasteride. Users debate risks, benefits, and personal experiences with these hair loss treatments.
A user successfully maintained hair using fluridil, alfatrodial, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo after experiencing side effects from finasteride. They question why this combination isn't more popular despite its effectiveness.
Natural remedies like rosemary oil, coconut oil, and onion juice are generally seen as less effective compared to medical treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling. Some users believe natural oils can help, but modern medicine is often more reliable.
The user experienced hair regrowth using a chewable combination of oral minoxidil and finasteride without side effects, unlike when taken separately. The treatment is from Hims, and the user is satisfied with the progress, especially on the crown.
The conversation is about Jordan Peterson allegedly getting a hair transplant, with various users mocking his way of speaking and debating the ethics of him potentially hiding the procedure. Some users discuss the natural look of the transplant and the implications of getting one at an older age.
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 discusses the severe shedding caused by Minoxidil, with users sharing their experiences and outcomes. Some report eventual regrowth, while others see no improvement or worsening hair loss.
Minoxidil 5% topical solution may cause eyesight problems, with some users experiencing blurred vision. The discussion also mentions finasteride's potential side effects, including erectile dysfunction, with varied personal experiences.
A user's nine-month journey of hair growth with treatments including finasteride, minoxidil, and nizoral; some participants thought the user had a hair transplant while others disagreed.
User experienced hair thinning after losing 100 lbs and started Dutasteride treatment. They faced side effects like fatigue, brain fog, and insomnia but no erectile dysfunction.
The conversation is about someone starting finasteride (fin) and wondering if it will affect their new ketogenic diet and weightlifting routine, with the goal of not disrupting weightloss or muscle gain while regrowing hair.
User experienced hair loss after weightloss and started using finasteride 1mg and a multivitamin called HAIRGRO. They noticed increased oily skin and sebum production and are unsure if they should continue the multivitamin.
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.
A user is concerned about weightloss stagnation while using minoxidil and finasteride during a calorie-cutting diet. Responses suggest water retention or a weightloss plateau as possible causes.
A 21-year-old with accelerated hair loss due to stress and weightloss is using minoxidil, finasteride, and microneedling to combat balding, despite experiencing a significant initial hair shed. They are committed to continuing treatment for at least three months and are considering switching to topical finasteride if necessary.
A user started taking oral minoxidil (2.5 mg daily) along with topical minoxidil, dutasteride, microneedling, and various supplements to improve hair growth and overall health. They are also focusing on weightloss, exercise, and better lifestyle habits.
The conversation is about whether it's safe to take Metformin forweightloss and Finasteride together, with the concern that Finasteride is not commonly used for hair loss treatment in the user's location, and their doctor is not knowledgeable about it.
A 47-year-old male experienced significant hair loss after losing 37 kg in 6 months on a low-carb diet and started taking biotin, zinc, iron, selenium, and spectral dcn-n. Replies suggest that while carbs are not directly needed for hair growth, they help regulate hormones and nutrient absorption, and rapid weightloss can also contribute to hair loss.
The conversation is about a user's 3-month hair loss treatment using topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, a derma roller, ketoconazole shampoo, rosemary oil, and vitamin D supplements, alongside weightloss. Users discuss shedding, vitamin D benefits, and reducing sugar intake.
A user shared progress pictures after 16 months of using 1 mg finasteride daily and 2% ketoconazole and ZP shampoo. They experienced hair loss after severe weightloss and are concerned about potential shedding from starting minoxidil.
User shared 5-month progress using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil for hair loss, improving from Norwood 3 to Norwood 1. User also mentioned weightloss after a breakup and starting gym alongside hair loss treatment.
A 20-year-old female is using finasteride 5mg and spironolactone 100mg for severe hirsutism and is experiencing minor side effects like water weightloss and irregular periods. She is concerned about potential future side effects and hair regrowth on her scalp.
A user's 61-year-old father regained a full head of hair after four years on dutasteride for his prostate and five months of weightloss and exercise. The user decided to switch from finasteride to dutasteride and continue exercising, inspired by his father's results.
A 39 year old female who has been taking finasteride for 1.5 months and is experiencing side effects such as muscle and butt shrinkage, and weightloss despite still having tight clothing. The user is seeking advice from those with knowledge of bodybuilding and hormones to help figure out the issue.
Finasteride can cause gynecomastia, which may be reversible by stopping the drug and using selective estrogen receptor modulators (SERMs) like tamoxifen. Lifestyle changes such as weightloss and avoiding alcohol can also help, but surgery may be needed if the condition persists.
Significant hair regrowth was achieved using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil over five months, with noticeable improvements in hairline and temple areas. The user experienced minimal side effects, mainly increased eyebrow and eyelash growth, and attributes additional physical improvements to weightloss and exercise.
Hair loss, DHT and bloodflow with Andrew Huberman; the discussion includes opinions about supplements, finasteride, minoxidil, turmeric, coffee and botox injections for hair loss.
The conversation discusses hair loss causes beyond male pattern baldness, mentioning treatments like ketoconazole, zinc shampoo, and finasteride. Stress-related hair loss (telogen effluvium) is also suggested.
The user is experiencing severe hair loss, possibly due to telogen effluvium, after stress, poor nutrition, and hormonal changes. They are using Nizoral and supplements but are considering hormonal treatments like spironolactone despite previous side effects.
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.