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Epidemiology, Diagnosis, and Management of Hirsutism: A Consensus Statement by the Androgen Excess and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Society

research Epidemiology, Diagnosis, and Management of Hirsutism: A Consensus Statement by the Androgen Excess and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Society

378 citations , November 2011 in “Human reproduction update”

Experts recommend using evidence-based methods to diagnose and treat hirsutism, focusing on symptoms and underlying causes.

research Obesity and the Skin: Skin Physiology and Skin Manifestations of Obesity

405 citations , May 2007 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Obesity affects skin health, causing conditions like acanthosis nigricans and may require different treatment approaches.

research Treatment of Severe Hypertension with Minoxidil: Advantages and Limitations

37 citations , April 1979 in “The Journal of Clinical Pharmacology”

Minoxidil effectively controls blood pressure but side effects may limit its use.

research Hypertension's 3 Dilemmas and 3 Solutions: Pharmacology of the Kidney in Hypertension

3 citations , January 2017 in “Journal of cardiovascular pharmacology”

Re-evaluating minoxidil, reducing sodium intake, and addressing arteriolar hypertrophy can improve hypertension management.

research The Dark Side of 5α-Reductase Inhibitors' Therapy: Sexual Dysfunction, High Gleason Grade Prostate Cancer, and Depression

75 citations , January 2014 in “Korean Journal of Urology”

5α-reductase inhibitors can cause sexual problems, higher risk of aggressive prostate cancer, and depression.

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community I don’t want to give up but running out of options

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 upvotes 1 year ago

The user has been on oral Dutasteride and Minoxidil for 16 months but continues to experience hair miniaturization. They previously used oral Finasteride and topical Minoxidil with success for 7 years and are now seeking advice on whether to switch back to topicals, adjust dosages, or consider other treatments like topical anti-androgens or Estradiol.

community Finasteride ruined my hair, and my life (so far)

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 7 upvotes 4 years ago

The user suspects finasteride worsened their hair loss despite no abnormal shedding and reduced hair fall initially. They are considering various options, including switching brands, trying topical finasteride, oral minoxidil, or waiting for new treatments.

community Guy switched back to fin after Dut destroyed his hair (photo proof)

in Progress Pictures 76 upvotes 4 months ago

A person experienced hair loss after switching from finasteride to dutasteride and returned to finasteride, adding oral minoxidil. Dutasteride may increase scalp testosterone, worsening hair loss for some individuals.

community Yes, your hair CAN get worse on dutasteride and fin DOES work better for some (With pictures over 1.5 years)

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 223 upvotes 7 months ago

Switching from finasteride to dutasteride can worsen hairlines for some, as experienced by the original poster. Finasteride worked better for them, and they suggest returning to it if dutasteride causes hair loss.

community blood DHT levels shot up after doubling dutasteride dosage

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 20 upvotes 1 year ago

A user increased their dutasteride dosage from 0.5mg to 1mg daily, resulting in a rise in DHT levels from 148 pg/mL to 281 pg/mL, and is considering switching back to finasteride due to continued hair loss. Replies suggest retesting and emphasize the importance of bloodwork before starting treatments.

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