Isoflavones from soybeans may help limit estrogen's effects on the body, potentially preventing gyno. However, surgery is the only way to remove gland enlargement.
A 22-year-old male with high estrogen levels is considering finasteride for hair loss but is concerned about potential side effects due to his hormone levels and family history of diabetes. Users suggest consulting a doctor, possibly an endocrinologist, and considering lifestyle changes like diet and exercise to address visceral fat and insulin resistance before starting treatment.
Finasteride increased the user's estrogen levels by 51%, causing concerns about gynecomastia and sleep issues. Despite potential side effects, the user prefers continuing finasteride to prevent hair loss, considering it essential for self-esteem.
Finasteride may pose a risk during pregnancy, so using a condom is recommended if a partner is pregnant. It is advised to stop finasteride before trying to conceive due to potential effects on fetal development.
A user experienced high estrogen levels after 10 months of taking 1mg oral finasteride but is happy with hair regrowth. They are considering switching to topical finasteride and are also taking DIM and Zinc supplements.
Finasteride and dutasteride are not considered safe during pregnancy, with some users suggesting caution and others sharing personal experiences of no issues. The general consensus is to avoid these medications during pregnancy to prevent any potential risks.
A 23-year-old with high estrogen levels is considering starting finasteride for hair loss and plans to use a low dose topical treatment while also seeking to lower estrogen levels. They will consult an endocrinologist for further guidance.
Finasteride can cause gynecomastia, which may be reversible by stopping the drug and using selective estrogen receptor modulators (SERMs) like tamoxifen. Lifestyle changes such as weight loss and avoiding alcohol can also help, but surgery may be needed if the condition persists.
A user experienced increased pimples and cysts after two years on dutasteride, possibly due to hormonal changes. Suggestions included seeing an endocrinologist, using supplements like boron and DIM, adjusting diet, and reducing body fat to manage side effects.
A 24-year-old male using topical finasteride for hair loss is experiencing thinning despite treatment and has high estrogen levels. He is seeking advice on whether high estrogen could be causing hair loss and how others with high estrogen levels have addressed it.
PCOS female visited doctor for hair loss concerns, prescribed spironolactone and minox 5%. Doctor advised against finasteride or dutasteride, user considering self-medication with dutasteride.
Finasteride can reduce semen volume due to prostate shrinkage but doesn't affect fertility. To increase semen volume, consider zinc, lecithin, and reducing finasteride dosage.
A 19-year-old transgender individual is experiencing worsening temple recession despite taking female hormones and 1.25mg finasteride. They are seeking advice on additional treatments to address hair loss.
Female with PCOS experiences receding and thinning hair, wants dutasteride instead of spironolactone. Discusses desire to reduce DHT without losing libido.
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.
A user stopped using RU58841 after discovering their girlfriend's unplanned pregnancy, expressing concern about potential harm to the baby. Others advised consulting a doctor, waiting for health scans, and considering switching to oral finasteride or natural supplements like saw palmetto.
A user experienced initial side effects from finasteride, including erectile dysfunction and emotional changes, but later noticed increased muscle mass and assertiveness. Hormonal tests showed elevated estrogen and prolactin levels, which slightly decreased over time; the user plans lifestyle changes to see if they help.
The user is concerned about high LH and estradiol levels after using finasteride but reports no side effects. They are seeking advice on whether these levels are concerning despite feeling fine.
27-year-old female experiences aggressive hair thinning and hirsutism despite normal testosterone levels. Spironolactone and 2% minoxidil were ineffective; high DHEA sulfate levels may be the cause.
A user experienced puffy nipples and lumps from finasteride, leading to a dilemma between continuing treatment with potential surgery or accepting hair loss. They restarted finasteride at a lower dose with supplements but still face side effects and are seeking advice on whether to persist or stop.
The user is experiencing breast tissue growth from taking dutasteride and minoxidil, and is considering reducing the dosage or stopping the medication. Suggestions include seeing an endocrinologist, using Raloxifene or Arimidex, and considering topical treatments or surgery if necessary.
A user has been taking finasteride 1mg for 10 years without side effects but is concerned about high estradiol levels affecting weight loss. Another user suggests using estradiol blockers under medical supervision to manage the levels.
A 30-year-old female with PCOS and male pattern baldness is frustrated with her endocrinologist's recommendation of only Spironolactone and minoxidil, feeling that dutasteride, finasteride, and progesterone would be more effective. Other users suggest various online sources for treatments, warn against self-medicating due to potential risks, and recommend seeking a specialized endocrinologist or considering additional treatments like Inositol, Berberine, and dermaneedling.
A user with high pre-finasteride estrogen levels is asking if they need to normalize their hormone levels before starting finasteride and whether they should postpone dermarolling until they begin finasteride. The user is 21.5 years old.
Dutasteride significantly improved hair health and reduced shedding for a woman with PCOS and hyperandrogenism, without causing depression or anxiety, unlike finasteride. Dutasteride also helped with PMDD symptoms and had no side effects, though it changed hair texture.
A 30-year-old male using finasteride for hair loss has high testosterone and estrogen levels but no side effects. He is advised to monitor hormone levels, consider dietary changes, and use additional treatments like vitamin D3, minoxidil, and dutasteride for hair growth.
Chime Biologics and Hope Medicine are speeding up the launch of a first-in-class antibody drug, HMI-115, for endometriosis and androgenic alopecia. The treatment involves a series of subcutaneous injections, has shown promising results in phase 1, and continues to promote hair regrowth even after the treatment is stopped.
A user shared his experience of having two healthy children while continuously using finasteride (Fin) for hair loss, challenging fears about its potential impact on fetal development. The discussion that followed included various perspectives, with some users sharing similar experiences, others expressing concerns about potential risks, and some emphasizing the need for more substantial evidence before drawing conclusions.
A user traveled to Turkey for a 5000-graft FUE hair transplant at ASMED Clinic with Dr. Koray Erdogan. They used finasteride before and after the surgery and shared detailed experiences, costs, and recovery tips.
User experienced high E2 levels after taking finasteride and sought advice on lowering E2 with supplements like Tonkat ali, Fadogia, and Boron. They also used DIM, zinc, and magnesium but avoided using an AI.