4 citations,
March 2013 in “Neuropsychiatric Disease and Treatment”
A woman with anorexia and Cushing's syndrome improved after tumor removal, highlighting the need to consider hormonal issues in psychiatric conditions.
Finasteride can cause sexual side effects in less than 2% of men, but these often disappear over time, even if the treatment continues. Some users report persistent side effects, while others experience no issues or only temporary ones.
The conversation discusses whether to use finasteride for hair loss, considering its role in inhibiting DHT and 5AR, which can affect brain function and mood. Some users report anxiety and depression from finasteride, while others do not experience these side effects and emphasize the importance of DHT for brain and prostate health.
The user feels treated better with a comb-over than when bald due to cancer. They are considering a hair transplant and using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss.
The conversation humorously discusses hair loss treatments, including Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and topical 17 alpha estradiol, with some users joking about transitioning to female to avoid baldness. The overall tone is satirical, emphasizing self-acceptance and the lengths people might consider for hair restoration.
A user shared a 3-month hair regrowth progress using minoxidil and microneedling. They also use rosemary oil and plan to continue treatment for at least 6-9 more months.