7 citations,
May 2019 in “British Journal of Dermatology”
Transgender and nonbinary individuals experience hairloss, with transmen on testosterone seeing more severe hairloss, while feminizing hormones may stabilize hairloss in transwomen.
A seven-year journey with Finasteride and Minoxidil for hairloss. The post includes progress pictures showing the effects of the treatments, which have led to impressive results.
A 19-year-old male with seborrheic dermatitis (SD) experienced significant hairloss and uses keto shampoo, zinc, and Nizoral to manage it. He inquires about the potential for regrowth and whether adding finasteride would help.
Dutasteride is unlikely to worsen hairloss; shedding is often temporary. Other factors like inconsistent use, placebo effect, or additional treatments may influence perceived results.
Testosterone within the normal range does not significantly contribute to male pattern baldness (MPB); DHT is the main factor that can be controlled. Genetics play a crucial role in hairloss, and treatments like finasteride and dutasteride, which block DHT, can help despite potentially raising testosterone levels.
Fighting hairloss with "The Big 3" treatments of Propecia, Rogaine and Nizoral shampoo, as well as specific advice on how to use these products. People have shared their long-term success stories and some have discussed the side effects of finasteride. Other suggestions included Lipogaine and Pura D'or HairLoss Prevention Therapy Shampoo & Conditioner.