The conversation discusses the impact of hair loss treatments like dutasteride and finasteride, with some users expressing skepticism about media claims linking these drugs to severe sideeffects like suicidal ideation. Many participants criticize the media, particularly British tabloids, for fearmongering and emphasize the psychological impact of hair loss itself.
Post Finasteride Syndrome (PFS) is debated, with some users reporting severe sideeffects from finasteride, while others believe these effects are rare or psychosomatic. Treatments discussed include finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841.
The conclusion of the conversation is that the user, who has been using finasteride for 11 years and then switched to dutasteride and minoxidil, has experienced minimal sideeffects and significant hair regrowth. They also mention that sideeffects are rare and often related to other factors such as poor diet and low testosterone levels.
Finasteride may lower allopregnanolone levels, potentially affecting mood, but many users report improved mental health due to reduced hair loss. Experiences with finasteride and dutasteride vary, with some experiencing sideeffects and others finding them beneficial for hair retention and overall happiness.
A 23-year-old has been using finasteride 5mg daily since age 19 and added dutasteride 0.5mg twice a week to prevent hairline recession. They report no sideeffects and credit early treatment for maintaining their hair.