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      community What blood test to do before starting fin?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 5 months ago
      A user is considering starting finasteride for hair thinning but is concerned about side effects like low libido and gynecomastia. They plan to consult a dermatologist and are advised to test DHT, testosterone, and estradiol levels.

      community Blood test 3 days after finasteride. Is it ok?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  3 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user asked if taking a blood test 3 days after starting finasteride would affect the results for Estradiol, FSH, SHBG, Progesterone, and DHEA-S. The conversation is about the timing of blood tests after beginning finasteride treatment.

      community I got a weird one you guys/gals

      in Chat  11 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 33-year-old man experienced diffuse thinning and hair shedding due to sleep deprivation and low testosterone. After starting hCG treatment, he noticed hair regrowth on his temples.

      community Bad news about GT20029 from Anagen Inc

      in Treatment  11 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation is about the difficulty in obtaining GT20029, a hair loss treatment, due to patent issues and the need to resort to group buys or Chinese labs for acquisition. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

      community Pp405 phase 2a clinical results

      in Research/Science  40 upvotes 1 year ago
      PP405 shows initial promise for treating androgenetic alopecia, with safety confirmed in early trials, but skepticism remains due to limited data. Further trials are needed to determine its true efficacy and potential market impact.

      community How many are hyper responders to Finasteride?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 2 months ago
      The user experienced severe side effects from finasteride, including hormonal imbalances and cognitive issues, leading to a recommendation to stop its use. They plan to follow up with tests to rule out a pituitary tumor and are considering topical treatments as alternatives.

      community About to throw in towel. I just don't know anymore

      in Treatment  9 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing severe side effects from finasteride, including sleep issues, depression, and gynecomastia, and is considering stopping the medication. They are exploring other treatments like RU58841 and dutasteride but are hesitant due to potential side effects.

      community My Finasteride Story (Pictures + Blood work + Updates)

      in Finasteride  10 upvotes 7 years ago
      A user shared their experience with finasteride for hair regrowth, which was effective but caused side effects like gynecomastia and mood swings. They now manage side effects with Arimidex and vitamins while continuing finasteride, and monitor their health with blood tests.
      25 M Could this be the start for AGA? Should I be worried?

      community 25 M Could this be the start for AGA? Should I be worried?

      in General  57 upvotes 11 months ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss, initially diagnosed as Telogen Effluvium due to stress, but is concerned it might be Androgenetic Alopecia (AGA). A suggestion was made to consider using Minoxidil or Finasteride if the condition worsens.

      community Genetics are so weird and unpredictable

      in Minoxidil  118 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced male pattern baldness starting at 18, tried finasteride with no success, and switched to dutasteride, which halted hair loss. Minoxidil had no effect for them, while their brother, who didn't use AR inhibitors, maintained a juvenile hairline and successfully grew a beard with minoxidil, highlighting the unpredictable nature of genetics in hair loss and treatment response.

      community High Estrogen causing hair loss?

      in Treatment  16 upvotes 2 years ago
      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.

      community Dutasteride and my semen production

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  74 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user experienced sexual side effects, including reduced semen production and numbness, after switching from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss. They decided to stop dutasteride to prioritize their sexual health and may return to finasteride if issues resolve.

      community Spironolactone or bicalutamide prescription

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about someone seeking a doctor in the EU who prescribes spironolactone or bicalutamide for female pattern hair loss, as they are having difficulty finding treatment options beyond Minoxidil in Austria. They are asking for recommendations and are open to direct messages for assistance.

      community Best Treatment In The Pipeline?

      in Chat  15 upvotes 2 years ago
      New treatments for AGA are emerging, including pyrilutumide, gt0029, scube3, kx-826, and pp405. Verteporfin is mentioned as a promising option.

      community What happens to the excess testosterone after using dut?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  23 upvotes 1 year ago
      Using dutasteride or finasteride can increase free testosterone, which may convert to estradiol, potentially causing side effects like increased estrogen levels. Individual responses vary, and some users report changes in cholesterol, hair texture, and side effects like gyno or increased sex drive.

      community Updates about KX-826 & GT20029

      in Research/Science  16 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses potential advancements in two hair loss drugs, KX-826 and GT20029, and the interest in whether transitioning from oral finasteride to these drugs would maintain hair growth. One reply expresses skepticism about the compounds' representation.

      community [M30] Constant swing between continuing or quitting Finasteride

      in General  204 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 30-year-old man is considering quitting Finasteride due to sexual side effects, including reduced libido and difficulty reaching orgasm, despite its effectiveness in treating hair loss. He is exploring other factors like relationship issues and potential low testosterone, and is considering getting blood work done.

      community Request for advice, feedback...

      in Chat  2 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses hair loss treatments for a woman experiencing androgenetic alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis, with suggestions including low-dose oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and hormone replacement therapy. The user is seeking advice due to intolerance to spironolactone and topical minoxidil, and concerns about low testosterone and DHT levels.

      community Discussion on Finasteride and life.

      in Chat  166 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride can aid hair regrowth but may cause side effects like depression and sexual dysfunction. Users discuss experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, highlighting varied responses and the importance of informed treatment choices.

      community Anyone know how to get second gen NSAA in the uk.

      in Transgender  1 upvotes 10 months ago
      A transwoman is struggling with hair loss despite using hormones, dutasteride, and Abiraterone, and is considering making her own treatments due to difficulty accessing them. She has also tried Eucapil and regularly uses Nizoral shampoo.

      community Fertility - are/were you able to impregnate your SO while taking hair loss meds (such as fin/min/RU/keto/etc) ? Please share your stories 🙏

      in Treatment  21 upvotes 3 years ago
      People discussed their experiences with hair loss medications like finasteride and minoxidil affecting fertility. Some had successful pregnancies while on these medications, others took breaks from the medications when trying to conceive, and there were mixed opinions on the necessity of stopping treatment for conception and pregnancy.