A 25-year-old is using vinpocetine to enhance the absorption of topical Minoxidil for hair loss. They also use a hair tonic and supplement with Glycine, Taurine, Creatine, and Citrulline.
Minoxidil 5% topical solution may cause eyesight problems, with some users experiencing blurred vision. The discussion also mentions finasteride's potential side effects, including erectile dysfunction, with varied personal experiences.
A 19-year-old male shared his negative experience with finasteride, including side effects like vision issues, genital changes, pain, swollen lymph nodes, and mood alterations, which resolved after stopping the medication. He suggests alternative hair loss treatments like exercise, diet, possibly avoiding masturbation, topical anti-androgens, and dermarolling, emphasizing mental health over aesthetics.
The conversation is about how dealing with hair loss has made other insecurities seem less significant. Some users shared experiences of self-acceptance and improvements in other areas, like vision correction, but still facing the challenge of hair loss.