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GlossaryOligomenorrhea

menstrual cycles longer than 35 days, fewer than eight yearly

Oligomenorrhea, also known as infrequent menstruation, refers to menstrual cycles that occur at intervals longer than 35 days, resulting in fewer than six to eight periods per year. This condition can be caused by various factors, including hormonal imbalances, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), stress, significant weight loss or gain, and certain medications. It is important to diagnose and address the underlying cause to manage the condition effectively.

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community Female diffuse hair loss on spiro with irregular periods (photos) + genetic hair loss

in Female 16 upvotes 1 year ago

A 34-year-old woman is experiencing diffuse hair loss and irregular periods, possibly due to long-term spironolactone use. She is considering minoxidil and finasteride for treatment and seeking medical advice for androgenic alopecia and hormonal imbalances.

community PCOS female who posted before; saw Endo today. prescribed spironolactone and minox 5%

in Update 1 upvotes 3 years ago

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.

community Female, 30, PCOS diagnosis, MPB Norwood 2. Endo refuses to give anything other than Spironolactone. Feel like I’m at my wit’s end here.

in Female 57 upvotes 2 years ago

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.

community PCOS female with significant receding and thinning; doctor won’t give me anything but Spiro and Spiro sucks

in Female 5 upvotes 3 years ago

Female with PCOS experiences receding and thinning hair, wants dutasteride instead of spironolactone. Discusses desire to reduce DHT without losing libido.

community Coming up on 9 nonths fin EoD/min OAD

in Progress Pictures 24 upvotes 1 year ago

The user reported minimal results for the first 7-8 months using finasteride every other day and minoxidil once a day, but recently noticed hairline improvement and increased density. They also started microneedling once a week.

community I’m female, but I'm losing hair in a male pattern baldness pattern

in Female 7 upvotes 2 years ago

A female user is experiencing heavy hair shedding and receding temples, possibly due to low ferritin levels. She is using oral minoxidil, iron supplements, and ketoconazole shampoo, and is hesitant to start spironolactone.

community AA and Hirsutism but T levels are normal

in Female 5 upvotes 5 years ago

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.

community Female androgenetic alopecia (w/ PCOS) starting treatment

in Female 4 upvotes 1 year ago

A female with PCOS and androgenetic alopecia is starting treatment with oral Minoxidil, topical Minoxidil 5% with finasteride, and plans to add mesotherapy. She previously tried anti-androgenic contraceptive pills but couldn't tolerate them and is using Myo Inositol for weight management.

community Female male-pattern AGA- seeking help

in Female 1 upvotes 2 years ago

A female with male-pattern hair loss (AGA) is seeking help after unsuccessful treatments with spironolactone and supplements, and is considering oral minoxidil and finasteride despite concerns about medication side effects. She has ruled out hormonal birth control and PRP/PRFM, and is looking into further medical advice due to abnormal lab results.

community The Hormonal Profile of MPB/AGA

in Research/Science 9 upvotes 5 years ago

Men with early male pattern baldness (MPB) may have hormonal abnormalities similar to those in women with PCOS. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.

community Help with female pattern baldness

in Female 9 upvotes 2 years ago

A user discusses their struggle with female pattern baldness, mentioning that Minoxidil helped initially but their hair health declined after stopping a specific diet. They seek advice on managing oily, brittle hair and mention using an egg yolk and olive oil mixture as a temporary solution.

community Sharing what worked for me (PCOS related hair loss)

in Female 35 upvotes 2 years ago

A user with PCOS experienced hair loss and found success using a triple dose of O.N.E Omega by Pure Encapsulations after discovering low Omega fatty acids. Biotin provided minimal improvement, but the Omega supplement significantly restored hair.

community Low Estradiol while on 1mg Fin, what should I do?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 2 upvotes 1 year ago

A user on 1mg finasteride for a year has low estradiol levels but no significant symptoms, and others suggest monitoring without immediate concern. Some users discuss potential effects of low estrogen, like low libido, but the user reports no erectile dysfunction.

community medication for hair loss spironolactone

in Female 3 upvotes 3 years ago

41-year-old female experienced slow hair thinning, took finasteride for a year, then switched to spironolactone. Irregular periods occurred, seeking advice on long-term side effects and considering a third medication.

community Finasteride 5mg & Spironolactone 100mg

in Female 2 upvotes 1 year ago

A 20-year-old female is using finasteride 5mg and spironolactone 100mg for severe hirsutism and is experiencing minor side effects like water weight loss and irregular periods. She is concerned about potential future side effects and hair regrowth on her scalp.

community Topical Spironolactone 2.5% MONOTHERAPY x 5 months (MALE)- Nothing else

in Progress Pictures 14 upvotes 2 years ago

A man in his 40s treating his slow balding with a daily regimen of 2.5% spironolactone topical solution and Piroctone Olamine Shampoo. Despite initial hair shedding, he experienced no side effects and plans to continue the treatment for at least a year.

community 2 and 1/2 months, prescribed 1.25mg oral min daily

in Progress Pictures 4 upvotes 9 months ago

The user is treating alopecia areata with 1.25mg oral minoxidil daily and topical mometasone furoate, considering increasing the dose or adding finasteride, though finasteride is not typically used for this condition. A gluten-free diet is suggested, and alternatives like Olumiant are mentioned.

community For the ladies: Spironolactone for FPHL

in Female 13 upvotes 9 years ago

A 34 year old female with androgenic alopecia who has tried treatments such as Spironolactone, Desogen, Minoxidil and Finasteride in order to address her hair loss. It also details the experiences of other women taking Spironolactone for Female Pattern Hair Loss (FPHL).

community Progress update and warning for other women losing hair: turns out I've been really anemic for years and drs just never flagged or brought up those test results till now.

in Female 26 upvotes 5 years ago

A woman discovered her long-term hair loss was due to undiagnosed anemia, with ferritin levels as low as 9. After starting iron supplements, she saw significant hair regrowth, especially in previously bald areas, though some spots remain unchanged.

community Puffy eyes / fluid retention on Oral Minoxidil? Add an ACEi or ARB! NOT MEDICAL ADVICE

in Minoxidil 7 upvotes 4 years ago

Oral Minoxidil can cause puffy eyes and fluid retention. Adding an ACE inhibitor or ARB, like Telmisartan, may help mitigate these side effects.

community 19M Considering Continuing or Adjusting 0.5mg Finasteride EOD After 1 Week

in Finasteride 99 upvotes 6 months ago

A 19-year-old is considering whether to continue finasteride at 0.5mg every other day due to concerns about side effects. They are seeking advice on dosage frequency and potential side effects, noting no issues so far.

community 10-Months of 1.25mg Fin EOD No Minoxidil | 23M

in Progress Pictures 93 upvotes 9 months ago

A 23-year-old male used 1.25mg finasteride every other day for 10 months without minoxidil, noticing results at the 4-month mark and experiencing a minor shed at the 8-month mark. He also added Nizoral to his routine and reported no side effects, maintaining consistent use at 7:00 PM.

community Running out of finasteride

in General 43 upvotes 1 year ago

The user completed their first month using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil without issues but is concerned about a 2-3 day gap in their finasteride supply affecting progress. They are also seeking advice on obtaining a multi-month supply.

community update (late 20s woman, ongoing worsening hairloss): put on spironolactone

in Female 15 upvotes 4 years ago

Late 20s woman struggles with worsening hair loss and tried various treatments without success. Now trying spironolactone and ketokonazole shampoo, hoping for improvement.

community What are the alternatives to spironolactone for AGA?

in Female 9 upvotes 1 year ago

The user experienced side effects from spironolactone and is seeking alternatives for androgenetic alopecia (AGA), considering saw palmetto but unsure of its effectiveness. They are also exploring the possibility of using topical spironolactone, despite availability challenges.

community Year on oral minoxidil (1.75mg)

in Update 5 upvotes 10 months ago

The user experienced initial shedding but saw regrowth after seven months using oral minoxidil (1.75mg) and a dandruff shampoo. They plan to try Spironolactone and possibly metformin for PCOS-related hair issues.

community 16, female, losing a ton of hair

in Female 7 upvotes 2 years ago

A 16-year-old female experiencing severe hair loss and sebum buildup, likely due to telogen effluvium and PCOS, is currently using vitamin D3 supplements, Redenser serum, and T follihair supplements. Recommendations include addressing PCOS first and consulting a doctor.

community 3 month progress pictures RU fin and OM

in Progress Pictures 42 upvotes 2 years ago

The user shared progress pictures after three months of using RU58841, finasteride, and OM (oxidative stress modulators) for hair loss treatment. They haven't noticed much change but are seeking feedback on their results.

community Stoped minoxidil 5 weeks ago and still bloated

in Minoxidil 175 upvotes 1 year ago

The user stopped using minoxidil 5 weeks ago due to facial swelling, which initially subsided but then returned. Despite a healthy lifestyle and normal test results, the user is concerned about the persistent bloating.

community ED Finasteride Vs EOD Finasteride

in Basic Questions 73 upvotes 2 months ago

The conversation discusses the use of finasteride for hair loss, comparing every day (ED) versus every other day (EOD) dosing. It suggests that both dosing schedules can be effective, but individual tolerance may vary.