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Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity
learn Spironolactone
powerful topical and oral anti-androgen used mostly by women
learn Estradiol
an estrogen promoting hair regrowth more commonly used in women
learn Bicalutamide
a nonsteroidal anti-androgen, most commonly used orally for women
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research Sexual Desire in a Sample of Married Egyptian Women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Married Egyptian women with PCOS have lower sexual desire compared to those without PCOS.
research Current Literature Review on Sexual Health and Function
The document suggests that finasteride may cause depression and suicidal thoughts, while prostate surgery does not harm sexual health.
research Androgens and Female Sexual Function and Dysfunction—Findings From the Fourth International Consultation of Sexual Medicine
Androgens play a role in female sexual function, and testosterone therapy can help women with low sexual desire, but more research is needed on treatments and long-term safety.
research International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health Clinical Practice Guideline for the Use of Systemic Testosterone for Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder in Women
Testosterone can help premenopausal and postmenopausal women with low sexual desire, but its long-term safety is unclear and it's not widely approved for this use.
research Safety and Efficacy of Transdermal Testosterone for Treatment of Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder
Transdermal testosterone can improve sexual desire in postmenopausal women but lacks long-term safety data and is not FDA-approved for this use.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity New BBC article on Finasteride just dropped
Finasteride and minoxidil are discussed as hair loss treatments, with mixed opinions on side effects like sexual dysfunction and mood changes. Some users report positive results, while others express concerns about potential risks and insufficient information.
community A Nuanced Look at Microdosing Topical Finasteride
The conversation discusses using a low dose of topical finasteride to achieve hair benefits with minimal systemic exposure. Users share experiences and opinions on dosing, systemic buildup, and side effects of both topical and oral finasteride.
community My erections came back right away after stopping finasteride.
Stopping finasteride often restores sexual function, with many experiencing improved libido and erections. Some users switch to minoxidil or topical finasteride to manage side effects while maintaining hair health.
community 35 MtF | 16 Months | Minoxidil + Dutasteride + Microneedling + Exosomes. Note that since I'm early in my transition (and I was coming from a bald state), I still have short hair. Very few MtF progress pictures here, I figure this might help some of you.
A 35-year-old transitioning female (MtF) shared her hair regrowth journey using Minoxidil, Dutasteride, Microneedling, and Exosomes, starting from a bald state. Commenters discussed the impressive results, skin care routine, and the effects of estrogen on hair and skin.
community Why I believe PFS is not a "real" condition (and what I believe it is instead)
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.