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community 31M on TRT, 3 weeks into finasteride but getting dizziness — should I switch to topical, lower the dose, or consider a transplant?

in Basic Questions 123 upvotes 3 weeks ago

A 31-year-old experiencing male pattern hair loss is considering options to manage it before their wedding, including continuing oral finasteride despite dizziness, switching to topical finasteride, adding minoxidil, or getting a hair transplant. They are advised that switching to topical treatments might reduce dizziness and that a hair transplant should be considered once hair loss stabilizes.

community Hair loss is holding me back from enjoying life and I'm wasting away my youth

in Chat 279 upvotes 2 months ago

A 31-year-old man feels depressed due to hair loss, using topical finasteride and previously tried minoxidil. Others suggest treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, hair transplants, or embracing baldness, highlighting the importance of mental health and self-acceptance.

community DHT Isn't (Directly) Important

in Research/Science 103 upvotes 1 year ago

Finasteride's potential side effects, especially sexual dysfunction, are discussed, with emphasis on hormonal balance between testosterone and estradiol. Users share experiences with finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, highlighting the variability in side effects and the influence of mindset and lifestyle.

community Company cancelled my subscription after I messaged them about sides

in General 58 upvotes 1 year ago

A user experienced side effects from hair loss treatment and contacted HIMS, resulting in their subscription being canceled. They were taking Zinc to manage symptoms and are considering consulting a doctor.

community Zix + Topical Fin : Blood Test Before/After, AMA and suggestions

in Treatment 49 upvotes 5 years ago

A user's plan to use Zix and topical finasteride (5AR inhibitors) for hair loss, followed by blood testing before/after. The user has suggested creating a fund to cover part of the cost of their blood tests. Replies to their post discuss the effectiveness of the treatments.

community Finasteride stopping me from tanning & turning my beard and eyebrows white?

in Basic Questions 116 upvotes 2 months ago

Finasteride may inhibit melanin production, affecting tanning and causing white hairs in the beard and eyebrows. The user considers switching to oral Dutasteride or topical treatments to address these issues.

community Shedding at 17, but I seem to have caught it early on, and I have some questions

in Treatments 345 upvotes 7 months ago

A 17-year-old is experiencing early hair thinning and is considering oral minoxidil while being cautious about finasteride due to side effects. They seek advice on hair maintenance and plan to consult a doctor before using DHT blockers.

community 42M 5 months (topical fin, oral min)

in Progress Pictures 35 upvotes 2 years ago

A 42-year-old man is using topical finasteride, oral minoxidil, microneedling, ketoconazole shampoo, and various oils for hair loss treatment and is happy with the improvements after 5 months. He experienced mild side effects from finasteride, including temporary testicular pain and changes in libido, but no side effects from minoxidil.

community HT scheduled. Am I over reacting?

in Transplants 13 upvotes 1 year ago

The user has scheduled a hair transplant after stabilizing hair loss with finasteride and minoxidil, considering additional dermarolling. They are advised to use 2500-3000 grafts conservatively for temple filling without lowering the hairline too much.

community Experiences with topical Finasteride (0.0125%)?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 7 upvotes 10 months ago

A 23-year-old male with slight hair thinning is using ketoconazole shampoo, biotin, zinc, magnesium, D3/K2, and has just started topical finasteride (0.0125%). He plans to add minoxidil (4.5%) with 17α-estradiol and is seeking advice on the effectiveness and side effects of these treatments, as well as the use of a dermaroller.

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