The post and conversation are about a 23-year-old deciding to stop using finasteride for hair loss due to potential erectiledysfunction risks, sparking a debate about the benefits and side effects of hair loss treatments.
The user has been using topical 5% minoxidil for six months with minimal results and is worried about greasy hair and potential side effects of adding finasteride. Others suggest combining minoxidil with finasteride for better results, while discussing potential side effects like erectiledysfunction.
Finasteride, a medication for hair loss that has both positive and negative effects. Users discussed their own personal experiences with the drug as well as potential side-effects of taking it, such as erectiledysfunction or gynecomastia. Suggestions were also made about starting at a lower dosage to minimize these risks.
Finasteride may take over two years to show results and can cause side effects like sexual dysfunction and emotional changes. Alternatives such as dutasteride and minoxidil are discussed, with varying effectiveness and side effects.
A 29-year-old male shares his 3-month hair regrowth progress using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling, reporting no side effects and light initial shedding. He is encouraged by the results and plans to continue the treatment.