A 27-year-old male using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and dermarolling for hair loss shared blood test results and experienced sideeffects with Finasteride. Adjusting the Finasteride dosage helped reduce sideeffects.
The user tried pyrilutamide for hair loss and noticed reduced scalp itch and improved skin but stopped due to mild heart sensations. They plan to update after consistent use, noting improved sleep when applied at night.
Setipiprant trial for hair loss failed, showing no difference between placebo and treatment. Discussion also noted placebo users reporting sideeffects.
The user started using Pyrilutamide 5% for hair loss and has not experienced sideeffects after two days. They previously had sideeffects from Fluridil and topical Minoxidil 5%, and their hair continued thinning with topical Spironolactone.
Finasteride and dutasteride, used for hair loss, can cause sexual dysfunction, depression, and suicidal thoughts, with some effects persisting after stopping. The post stresses the importance of being aware of these risks.
Stopping finasteride due to sideeffects and family planning can lead to temporary increased hair shedding, which may stabilize over time. Consider topical treatments or a lower dose after addressing current concerns.
Oral minoxidil can cause sideeffects like heart issues, increased body hair, and facial puffiness, but these are often dose-dependent and temporary. Users report varying experiences, with some combining it with finasteride or RU58841 for better results, while others experience minimal or no sideeffects.
The user reported subtle hair regrowth by focusing on scalp health and lifestyle changes, using Nizoral shampoo and methods to reduce inflammation and cortisol, without using finasteride, minoxidil, or other common treatments. Opinions in the conversation varied, with some skeptical of the results and others acknowledging the potential benefits of addressing scalp health and inflammation.
Finasteride can cause sexual sideeffects in less than 2% of men, but these often disappear over time, even if the treatment continues. Some users report persistent sideeffects, while others experience no issues or only temporary ones.
Stress can lead to hair loss by affecting hair-follicle stem cells, and this loss is harder to recover from if one has male pattern baldness (MPB). Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are used to address hair loss, but stress-related hair loss differs from androgenic alopecia.
Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) impacts various skin conditions, including Androgenetic alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis, by causing overactivity in sebaceous glands. Topical medications Tacrolimus and Clobetasol can reduce these inflammatory conditions, and treatments like RU58841, Minoxidil, and Finasteride may also be beneficial.
A user is experiencing severe hair loss, diagnosed with seborrheic dermatitis, and is using Ketoconazole and beclomethasone. They are concerned about potential female pattern baldness and are seeking reassurance and advice.
A user's experience with hair loss treatments, including finasteride and other options such as RU58841, Nizoral, Pumpkin Seed, and Adenosine; the importance of being in a positive frame of mind when considering taking finasteride; and the need to address life issues before starting finasteride.
Finasteride not only inactivates the 5a reductase enzyme but also affects the 5b reductase enzyme in a dose-dependent manner, which can impact sexual behavior and brain activity. The user experienced significant hair regrowth and sideeffects on 1mg of finasteride, which diminished after reducing the dose to 0.5mg, leading to no sideeffects and further hair improvement.
The user experienced severe scalp issues and hair loss after using ketoconazole shampoo, which worsened despite various treatments. They seek advice on restoring scalp health, suspecting an allergic reaction or imbalance caused by the shampoo.
The user is unsure if their hair thinning is due to fungal infection/inflammation or genetic factors and is hesitant to start Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841. They are currently using Ketoconazole 2% and triamcinolone acetonide and are concerned about potential sideeffects from other medications.
User TopBack56 and friends tried pyrilutamide (KX-826) for hair loss without experiencing negative sideeffects. They observed fine vellus hairs but no thick hair growth yet, and plan to add GT20029 to their regime after safety trials.
A user discusses their positive experience with finasteride, criticizing others for spreading fear about sideeffects. They emphasize that sideeffects are often temporary and not as common as some suggest.
The user experienced positive hair growth with finasteride but developed gut issues, dry skin, thinning eyebrows, fatigue, low libido, and erection difficulties after stopping it. They are seeking advice on whether to resume finasteride or stay off it to recover.
User experienced sideeffects from oral finasteride and tried topical Alfatradiol for hair loss. Alfatradiol provided maintenance without significant regrowth, and user suggests it as an alternative for those struggling with finasteride sideeffects.
A user experienced severe sideeffects from finasteride, including mental health issues and physical symptoms, and sought advice on managing post-finasteride syndrome. Suggestions included checking vitamin levels, considering dopamine agonists, and avoiding further psychiatric medications.
A 20-year-old is considering switching from finasteride to dutasteride during a steroid cycle to better manage hair loss, then returning to finasteride afterward. They are concerned about the risks of post-finasteride syndrome from frequently changing medications.
An 18-year-old using topical finasteride for hair loss is experiencing sideeffects like delayed ejaculation and lower sex drive after three months. They are considering whether to continue with the treatment or adjust it, possibly switching back to minoxidil.
Topical minoxidil with tretinoin is causing redness, stinging, and flaking on the scalp. Reducing application frequency and using anti-dandruff shampoo may help alleviate symptoms over time.
A user with diffuse hair loss after taking accutane, which might have triggered genetic predisposition to AGA; their experience taking finasteride and experiencing sideeffects of increased oil production, increased sex drive, worsening hair texture; they are considering zinc supplementation with finasteride or other treatments such as alfatradiol or spironolactone.
The user experienced increased hair shedding after using RU58841 for two months, but found relief from scalp itchiness. Other users shared similar shedding experiences and discussed sideeffects like joint pain, while also mentioning the use of finasteride and minoxidil.
A user is concerned about starting finasteride due to negative reports and potential sideeffects. Other users suggest talking to a doctor, considering personal tolerance, and note that sideeffects are rare.
The user experienced a slight decrease in hair shedding and scalp itch, and reduced sebum production using Pyrilutamide, but stopped due to chest pain, breathing difficulties, and heart issues. They felt normal a week after discontinuing and doubted FDA approval for the drug.