Androgens, male hormones, affect physical and mental functions, with a decrease leading to health issues like muscle loss, bone disease, and depression, and more research is needed on long-term effects and treatments.
Finasteride may cause elevated liver enzymes, potentially leading to liver issues, though this is rare. Users should monitor liver function and consider topical alternatives if liver sensitivity occurs.
Topical finasteride with minoxidil effectively stabilized and thickened hair but caused side effects like brain fog, reduced libido, and emotional flattening, leading to discontinuation. The user switched to a new regimen including minoxidil, KX-826, and other treatments, noting improvements in libido and vivid dreams after stopping finasteride.
A user reports persistent sexual side effects three months after stopping finasteride, despite a healthy lifestyle and supplements. They express concern over the lack of libido and infrequent erections.
A user shared their 4-year hair regrowth journey using 1mg finasteride daily and 5% minoxidil daily, reporting no side effects and noticeable improvement after 6 months. They also use a derma roller to help distribute the minoxidil foam.
The conversation is about the debate over the existence of Post-Finasteride Syndrome (PFS) and its symptoms, with some users skeptical about PFS and others discussing side effects like erectile dysfunction and gynecomastia from hair loss treatments like finasteride. Specific treatments mentioned include finasteride, viagra, and a joke about using a popsicle stick for erectile support.