Finasteride may affect liver function and cortisollevels, potentially linking it to non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). More research is needed to understand this connection fully.
Clascoterone (Breezula) showed positive results for treating hair loss without affecting cortisollevels. Opinions vary, with some users optimistic about its potential and others critical of its effectiveness compared to existing treatments like finasteride.
A 24-year-old male using topical finasteride for hair loss is experiencing thinning despite treatment and has high estrogen levels. He is seeking advice on whether high estrogen could be causing hair loss and how others with high estrogen levels have addressed it.
Adderall and Vyvanse may contribute to hair loss by stressing the dopamine system and increasing cortisollevels. Users discuss potential treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 for managing hair loss.
The user has been taking 1mg finasteride daily for a year with no improvement in hair loss and reports low cortisollevels, sleep issues, and anxiety changes. The conversation includes discussions on the potential effects of finasteride on cortisol and neurosteroids, with suggestions to consult a doctor and consider other factors.