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      community Finasteride sleep related advice

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  9 upvotes 3 months ago
      Finasteride can cause sleep disturbances, but these often improve over time. Some users experience side effects like reduced libido and brain fog, while others see hair regrowth and manage side effects by adjusting dosage or switching to topical treatments.

      community Possibilities without Fin/Dut ?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 3 months ago
      The user experiences severe side effects from finasteride and dutasteride, including low libido and anxiety, and is currently using oral minoxidil despite shortness of breath. They are seeking alternative treatments for hair loss, having tried pyrilutamide, fluridil, and RU58841 with no success, and are considering future treatments or a hair transplant.

      community Balding since 2023, topical fin+keto+min since early 2025

      in General  118 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is stressed about hair loss and is using a HIMS topical treatment containing finasteride, ketoconazole, minoxidil, and biotin, but is concerned about the oily appearance it causes. They are considering switching to Rogaine (minoxidil) due to budget constraints and side effect concerns with oral finasteride.

      community Insomnia and Finasteride

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  6 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user reports experiencing insomnia as a side effect of taking finasteride for hair loss, which takes 1 to 2 hours to fall asleep and results in only about 5 hours of sleep per night. They suspect the cause is related to the downregulation of neurosteroids due to finasteride.

      community Does DHT give you a leaner face?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  44 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride and dutasteride may increase estrogen levels, leading to water retention and a fuller face. Users discuss managing these effects with lifestyle changes and supplements like zinc and DIM.

      community 1 month of finasteride sky high estradiol

      in Update  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user reported high estradiol levels after one month of using finasteride for hair loss. They discussed potential side effects and adjustments to their treatment plan.

      community Hairloss all over body and head

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 25-year-old experiencing hair thinning all over the body and head, despite using minoxidil and having low vitamin D levels, is advised to seek a second opinion from a dermatologist specializing in hair loss. The likely diagnosis is diffuse alopecia areata, which may require treatment with a JAK inhibitor.

      community Am I crazy or is this recovery?

      in Is this regrowth?  134 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing sudden hair loss and is considering micro-needling, low-level light therapy, iron supplements, folihair, and Omega 3. They are hesitant to start finasteride, suspecting the hair loss might be due to telogen effluvium from a past COVID-19 infection.

      community Growing and losing hair at the same time (24M) . Extremely confused!

      in Treatment  1 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 24-year-old male experienced hair loss despite using minoxidil and finasteride, later switching to dutasteride, higher-dose minoxidil, iron supplements, and derma stamping, which initially improved his condition. However, after moving to a stressful environment and undergoing minor surgery, his hair loss rapidly increased, particularly on one side of his temple.

      community 6 month Fin + Min progress

       15 upvotes 7 years ago
      The user shared their 6-month progress using minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, noting some brain fog and dizziness as possible side effects. They stopped derma-rolling and using nizoral shampoo, and other users commented positively on the results.
      Doctor prescribed dut, not sure if they were correct

      community Doctor prescribed dut, not sure if they were correct

      in Treatments  120 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user is concerned about using dutasteride for potential hair loss, fearing it might accelerate balding if not effective. They are unsure about the doctor's diagnosis and are considering starting with finasteride instead.

      community 4 weeks in (dutasteride only).

      in Progress Pictures  76 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user experienced hairline improvement after four weeks on 1.5mg dutasteride but had side effects like reduced libido and sensitive nipples. They plan to switch to finasteride to manage these side effects.

      community Switching from Finasteride to RU58841?

      in General  168 upvotes 8 months ago
      The user experienced severe side effects from finasteride, including cognitive and sexual issues, despite its effectiveness for hair growth. They are considering switching to RU58841 and seek insights from others who have made a similar change.

      community Fin bad responder? My experience

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  2 upvotes 4 years ago
      The user experienced side effects from ecklonia cava similar to those reported with finasteride, including depression, brain fog, anxiety, and testicular pain. Despite these issues, the user is still considering using topical finasteride in the future.
      What should i do? ideas? stressed-ish

      community What should i do? ideas? stressed-ish

      in General  106 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 44-year-old is experiencing rapid hair thinning after weight loss, despite using finasteride for two years. They have added minoxidil, vitamins, ketoconazole shampoo, derma stamping, and are considering PRP treatment while slowly introducing dutasteride.

      community 22M with Hairline Thinning, Minoxidil Use, Seeking Reassurance

      in Basic Questions  85 upvotes 3 weeks ago
      A 22-year-old is experiencing hairline thinning and has been using topical minoxidil for a year without significant improvement. They are considering finasteride despite concerns about side effects and are seeking reassurance and advice from others with similar experiences.

      community Finasteride solution changing colors

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 2 months ago
      A user noticed a color change in their hair loss solution containing minoxidil, finasteride, retinoic acid, and hydrocortisone after storing it for several months. They are concerned about the effectiveness of the solution due to potential oxidation.

      community one month progress but with better lighting

      in Progress Pictures  17 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user shared progress pictures of hair growth after switching to oral minoxidil and finasteride, noting improved lighting in the photos. They experienced a faster heart rate for a few weeks and a slight decrease in libido as side effects.

      community Inconsistency, shed or loss after 3 years

      in Update  1 upvotes 1 month ago
      A user experienced hair thinning after inconsistent use of finasteride and minoxidil while living abroad. They are now considering switching to dutasteride, which some believe is more effective, though others caution it may not work better for everyone.

      community Oral Dutasteride before vs After !

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  75 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 27-year-old male experienced hair thickening using a specialized pill containing Dutasteride and Minoxidil, despite taking it irregularly due to being away from home. He plans to resume a more regular dosing schedule for better results, as he noticed side effects like brain fog and decreased libido.

      community Continued loss after 2 years on treatment

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 3 years ago
      The user has been on Dutasteride and Minoxidil for hair loss but is experiencing continued thinning and is considering increasing Minoxidil usage, switching to oral Minoxidil, increasing Dutasteride dosage, or trying other treatments like pyril or RU58841. They are seeking advice from others with similar experiences.