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      community High estrogen on finasteride, thoughts?

       37 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      A 29-year-old male has been using finasteride for hair regrowth but is experiencing side effects like low libido and emotional changes, possibly due to high estrogen levels. Suggestions include weight loss, consulting an endocrinologist, switching to topical treatments, or trying dutasteride.

      community High testosteron on dutasteride

       8 upvotes 3 months ago
      Dutasteride can significantly increase testosterone levels, sometimes more than finasteride, which may be counterproductive for some users. Users report varying experiences with testosterone levels and hair loss management while using these treatments.

      community Has anyone with high prolactin taken meds to lower it and seen hair regrowth?

       5 upvotes 7 months ago
      High prolactin levels may contribute to hair loss, and some users suggest supplements like mucuna pruriens, vitamin B6, vitamin E, L-Tyrosine, L-Theanine, DIM, and Zinc to lower prolactin. Lifestyle changes to increase dopamine, such as reducing screen time and stress, are also recommended.

      community New 2025 study: high dose oral minoxidil (up to 10mg)

      in Research/Science  80 upvotes 11 months ago
      High-dose oral minoxidil (>5 mg/day) can increase hair density in some men with androgenetic alopecia, but side effects like extra body hair and heart issues are common. Gradual dose increase is advised, but adverse effects may lead to discontinuation or dose adjustments.