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research The Post-Finasteride Syndrome: An Overview
Finasteride can cause side effects, some lasting after treatment ends, and may lead to severe depression or suicidal thoughts.
research Depressive Disorder and Dermatological Autoimmune Diseases
Depression and skin autoimmune diseases are linked, needing combined care for better treatment.
research Hippocampal 3α,5α-THP May Alter Depressive Behavior of Pregnant and Lactating Rats
Higher 3α,5α-THP levels in the brain may reduce depression in pregnant rats.
research Can Gut Flora Changes Be New Biomarkers for Depression?
Gut flora changes could potentially indicate depression, but more research is needed.
research Exploring the overlap between alopecia areata and major depressive disorder: Epidemiological and genetic perspectives
People with alopecia areata are more likely to have major depression, possibly linked to a specific genetic region.
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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 My on going battle with male pattern baldness M(18) Topical Fin, Topical Min 9 months
A user shared their positive experience using topical finasteride and minoxidil for nine months to combat male pattern baldness, reporting healthier and thicker hair without side effects. They recommend these treatments but advise researching potential side effects and consulting a professional.
community 11 months on fin + min. Thoughts?
A user shared progress pictures after 11 months on finasteride and minoxidil, with intermittent microneedling. The community responded positively, noting significant hair regrowth and encouraging continued treatment.
community One+ year 1mg Fin, Ketoconazole, and 3.75 Oral Min. I have DUPA. Switched from Topical to Oral Min.
A user's experience with hair loss treatments such as finasteride, ketoconazole, and oral minoxidil that have not yielded any results; other users suggest shaving the head or getting a wig, while others offer additional advice such as seeing a dermatologist, checking thyroid levels, switching to dutasteride and adding needling, and trying stemoxydine.
community Trying to understand finasteride side effects and post finasteride syndrome
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.