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A long-term finasteride user experienced side effects like sexual dysfunction, dry eyes, muscle weakness, and brain fog, which improved when they stopped the medication. They decided to stop finasteride again, questioning if maintaining hair was worth the negative impact on their well-being.

Some individuals experience hair loss despite using treatments like 2.5 mg dutasteride, finasteride, and minoxidil, suggesting sensitivity to DHT or other factors. Various treatments and lifestyle changes are discussed, but results vary, and some consider hair transplants or other solutions.

A 26-year-old discusses hair loss treatment using oral finasteride microdosing, topical minoxidil with tretinoin, and dermastamping every 10 days. They started experiencing hair loss at 19 and have been using these treatments for 8 months.

A user experienced erectile issues after 7 months of using Finasteride and sought advice. Responses varied, with some suggesting breaks and others sharing similar side effects or dismissing concerns.

A 22-year-old male experiencing diffuse thinning started finasteride and 2% minoxidil 8 months ago, then switched to 5% minoxidil with tretinoin 4 months ago. Despite initial improvement in hair density, he is now experiencing increased hair shedding, losing 100-200 hairs daily.

A 30-year-old with diffuse thinning and a balding crown is using a treatment regimen of a 2-in-1 pill containing finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin, along with various supplements. After two weeks, no side effects have been experienced, and updates with pictures will be posted monthly.

Pumpkin seed oil may help hair growth in men with androgenetic alopecia. Treatments discussed include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

Father assists son with hair loss using Finasteride Propecia. Son's hair improves, considers adding Minoxidil or Dutasteride for better results.

8 months post hair transplant, OP experiences asymmetrical shedding despite using finasteride and starting minoxidil. The doctor suggests it might correct itself or be due to transplant trauma, recommending a wait-and-see approach.

A user experienced severe hair shedding and hairline recession after 10 months on finasteride. They are considering switching to dutasteride or adding minoxidil.

A 21-year-old experiencing significant hair loss despite using dutasteride, oral minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and low-level laser therapy seeks advice. Suggestions include adding microneedling, checking for vitamin deficiencies or thyroid issues, and considering a scalp biopsy for other conditions.

A 19-year-old is using oral dutasteride, topical minoxidil, and dermastamping to address hair loss and enhance facial hair growth, experiencing minimal side effects and increased body hair. They report positive results in hairline thickness and temple closure.

A 24-year-old experienced improved hair growth using 5% minoxidil, 1 mg finasteride, and dermastamping, but faced side effects like low libido and mild erectile dysfunction. They plan to reduce finasteride dosage after full results and may consider a hair transplant if thinning recurs.

The user is concerned about hair loss despite using finasteride and dutasteride, with no regrowth but stabilized loss. After a recent hair transplant, they are experiencing shedding and are unsure if it's due to shock loss or ineffective treatment.

A 21-year-old has been using 0.4mg finasteride and 1mg oral minoxidil (increased to 2mg) for 9 months with no noticeable hair growth and worsening hair condition. They are considering stopping finasteride due to side effects and are seeking advice on other treatments.

The conversation discusses hair loss treatments, including minoxidil, finasteride, biotin, folic acid, zinc, micro-needling, niacin, and cipaxil, with the user preparing for a hair transplant. The user experiences side effects with topical finasteride and is hesitant to try oral dutasteride.

User reports regrowth at temples and improved hairline density after 6 months of using 0.5 mg Dutasteride daily, topical minoxidil twice daily, and vitamins. Considering adding copper peptide but concerned about overdoing it; experiencing increased shedding on the crown.

A 32-year-old man has been treating his hair loss with daily oral finasteride (1.25g), twice-daily topical minoxidil, weekly ketoconazole 2% shampoo, and weekly microneedling for almost three months, with no side effects from finasteride. He started with a Hamilton Norwood scale rating of 5 and has seen improvement without experiencing pain by using a 0.8mm needle length for microneedling.

The user has been on finasteride for 7 years and had a hair transplant, but is experiencing hair thinning and itchiness, particularly on one side, leading to concerns about male pattern baldness or other health issues. Despite having a full head of hair, the user is considering shaving it due to mental health struggles and is advised to consult a therapist and consider other treatments like minoxidil or dutasteride.

The user is applying topical finasteride with stemoxydine for hair loss and has noticed hair thickening but no regrowth after two months. They also report high SHBG and prolactin levels and a lack of morning erections, even on low doses of medication.

An 18-year-old has been using oral finasteride for 4.5 months to address hair thinning noticed since Fall 2022. They report the back of their head feels thicker, but are unsure if it's due to actual progress or placebo effect.

A 30-year-old man experienced significant hair loss after starting testosterone replacement therapy (TRT), which did not improve with daily finasteride and minoxidil. He is considering restarting TRT and is seeking advice on using pyrilutamide or RU58841 to prevent further hair loss.

The user has been using finasteride, dutasteride, and RU58841 for hair loss without success and feels extremely uncomfortable with their appearance, including being bald and short. They express deep unhappiness and social isolation. Suggestions from others include adopting stoicism, focusing on personal development, considering a hair system, improving fashion, working out, and seeking therapy for mental health.

A 19-year-old has experienced worsening hair loss and thinning after using minoxidil and then finasteride, and has recently started dutasteride. They feel disappointed with the results and are seeking others' experiences for hope.

User tries Fluridil for hair loss after topical finasteride caused issues. Others doubt its effectiveness and cost.

The user is experiencing increased hair loss despite using finasteride and oral minoxidil and is hesitant to switch to dutasteride due to side effects and family planning concerns. Alternatives suggested include dutasteride, microneedling, and addressing stress or nutrient deficiencies.

The conversation humorously discusses the side effects of finasteride, particularly sexual dysfunction. Users share mixed experiences, with some reporting issues and others not.

The user is using finasteride, dutasteride, and topical minoxidil with tretinoin for hair loss but is concerned about the lack of growth in small hairs. Others suggest patience, as results can take up to two years, and emphasize the importance of exercise and diet.

After 13 years on finasteride, OP is experiencing reduced effectiveness and has started taking 0.5 mg of dutasteride weekly, noticing nipple sensitivity as a side effect. OP plans to increase the dutasteride dosage and retest hormone levels, while others suggest adjusting the dosage or trying different forms of dutasteride.

A 24-year-old male experiencing hair loss has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo without progress. He is considering switching to oral minoxidil and dutasteride, exploring dermarolling, and eliminating dairy from his diet.