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South Asian women with PCOS experience more psychological distress and have a poorer quality of life, especially in social relationships, with hirsutism affecting them more than obesity.
The CNC® prosthetic system improved body image in breast cancer patients with hair loss from chemotherapy but did not significantly change their psychologicalwellbeing.
Finasteride is seen as risky for men due to side effects like erectile dysfunction, while hormonal birth control for women is normalized despite its side effects. The discussion points out a double standard influenced by societal and gender norms.
A user shared positive hair growth results using finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and vitamin supplements over 7 to 11 months. They discussed application tips and side effects with others.
An 18-year-old is dealing with early hair loss and feels unsupported. They have started oral minoxidil and are considering finasteride but are worried about side effects due to high testosterone levels.
A long-term finasteride user experienced side effects like sexual dysfunction, dry eyes, muscle weakness, and brain fog, which improved when they stopped the medication. They decided to stop finasteride again, questioning if maintaining hair was worth the negative impact on their well-being.
A 23-year-old male, experiencing hair loss since his teens, struggles with motivation to continue using minoxidil and dutasteride due to depression and stress. Suggestions include resuming medication, therapy, improving mental well-being, and considering lifestyle changes like exercise and social support.