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Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity
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signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss
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research Scalp Hair Regrowth Is Associated With Improvements in Health-Related Quality of Life and Psychological Symptoms in Patients With Severe Alopecia Areata: Results From Two Randomized Controlled Trials
Regrowing scalp hair improves quality of life and reduces anxiety and depression in severe alopecia areata patients.
research Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Sleep Quality in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Cross-Sectional Study
Women with PCOS often have sleep problems, including sleep apnea, which are linked to obesity and depression.
research Efficacy and Safety of Baricitinib in Managing Severe Alopecia Areata: A 6-Month Real-World Experience
Baricitinib was effective and safe for severe hair loss treatment over 6 months.
research The Unseen Impact of an Observable Disease: Association of Dihydrotestosterone Levels and Psychosocial Impact in Androgenetic Alopecia: An Analytical Cross-Sectional Study
Androgenetic alopecia in males is linked to significant psychological distress, highlighting the need for both mental and dermatological care.
research Female Pattern Hair Loss and Negative Psychological Impact: Possible Role of Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor
Women with Female Pattern Hair Loss may experience more stress, anxiety, and depression, and have lower levels of BDNF, which could predict the psychological impact.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Hair loss over a year following depression and taking antidepressants
A 33-year-old experienced significant hair loss after a depressive episode and taking paroxetine, possibly due to telogen effluvium or androgenic alopecia. Suggestions included reducing alcohol, considering finasteride and minoxidil, and consulting a doctor about antidepressant side effects.
community Fin only Left is beginning of 2024 19m to 20m right is November of 2024 fin saved my life and cured my my depression
Finasteride improved hair thickness and stopped hair loss without side effects. Results appeared around three months, with no shedding reported.
community I cry every day, everything is very depressing
A user is experiencing hair loss despite using dutasteride and oral minoxidil, feeling hopeless and considering a hair system. They are advised to try ketoconazole, seek a second opinion from a dermatologist, and consider treatments like finasteride, RU58841, and hair transplants.
community Discussion on Finasteride and life.
Finasteride can aid hair regrowth but may cause side effects like depression and sexual dysfunction. Users discuss experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, highlighting varied responses and the importance of informed treatment choices.
community Proof that finasteride messes with neurosteroids
Finasteride can impact neurosteroids, potentially causing depression and other side effects in some users. Despite these concerns, many continue using it for hair loss, with some switching to topical applications to mitigate side effects.