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      community Just shaved off my hair, and I absolutely hate it.

       11 upvotes 9 years ago
      A user expressed distress over shaving their head due to hair loss before a job interview, feeling unattractive and depressed. Replies offered support, admiration for their bravery, and advice to embrace their new look with confidence.

      community Improvement or Delusional? 21M

      in Is this regrowth?  4 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user is using topical finasteride, keto shampoo, microneedling, and tretinoin for hair loss and is considering adding pyrilutamide. They notice some improvement at the temples and seek advice on whether to focus on cosmetic results despite daily shedding.

      community Finasteride and Its Effects on Cognition: Where's the Science?

      in Research/Science  27 upvotes 6 years ago
      The user shared their experience with hair loss treatments, including low-dose minoxidil, finasteride, and essential oils, and expressed concerns about the cognitive side effects of finasteride. They are seeking more information on how finasteride may affect cognition and are considering whether to continue or stop the treatment.

      community 33M Medication w/scalp psoriasis

      in Progress Pictures  1 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      A 33-year-old male restarted finasteride after stopping it to conceive, noticing hair loss, especially in the crown area. His current routine includes finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, and microneedling, and he plans to continue this treatment for 18 months before making any major changes.

      community Just a self-conscious 26M looking for some feedback...

      in Is this regrowth?  31 upvotes 7 months ago
      A 26-year-old is using Minoxidil, Saw Palmetto, and dermarolling for hair loss and is considering switching to topical Finasteride. They are self-conscious about hair thinning and are seeking advice on whether to continue treatment or shave their head.

      community Why I Will be Accepting Baldness

      in Chat  204 upvotes 3 years ago
      User decides to accept baldness due to mental health issues with finasteride. Others suggest considering hair systems, topical finasteride, or RU58841 as alternatives.

      community Any way to help Dutasteride depression?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  1 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses the user's experience with depression after starting Dutasteride for hair loss, considering whether to lower the dose or try supplements like nootropics. Another user suggests that stopping Dutasteride might not resolve the depression and warns against attributing all issues to the medication.

      community Hair loss over a year following depression and taking antidepressants

      in Side effects?  200 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 33-year-old experienced significant hair loss after a depressive episode and taking paroxetine, possibly due to telogen effluvium or androgenic alopecia. Suggestions included reducing alcohol, considering finasteride and minoxidil, and consulting a doctor about antidepressant side effects.

      community The Hormonal Profile of MPB/AGA

      in Research/Science  9 upvotes 4 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 Proof that finasteride messes with neurosteroids

      in Research/Science  230 upvotes 1 year ago
      Finasteride can impact neurosteroids, potentially causing depression and other side effects in some users. Despite these concerns, many continue using it for hair loss, with some switching to topical applications to mitigate side effects.

      community Micronutrient testing, deficiencies, etc.

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 3 years ago
      Micronutrient testing and deficiencies related to hair loss, particularly androgenetic alopecia (AGA). Discussion includes the impact of iron, selenium, zinc, copper, folate, B12, vitamin E, vitamin D, amino acids, and fatty acids, alongside treatments like dutasteride or finasteride.

      community Low cortisol it is due the fin

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 9 months ago
      The user has been taking 1mg finasteride daily for a year with no improvement in hair loss and reports low cortisol levels, sleep issues, and anxiety changes. The conversation includes discussions on the potential effects of finasteride on cortisol and neurosteroids, with suggestions to consult a doctor and consider other factors.

      community Am I crazy or is this recovery?

      in Is this regrowth?  134 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user is experiencing sudden hair loss and is considering micro-needling, low-level light therapy, iron supplements, folihair, and Omega 3. They are hesitant to start finasteride, suspecting the hair loss might be due to telogen effluvium from a past COVID-19 infection.

      community Blood work, is it worth to pay for it?

      in Treatment  6 upvotes 6 months ago
      The user is considering getting blood work to investigate the cause of ongoing hair loss despite using finasteride and dutasteride. Others suggest that while blood tests can provide useful health information, they may not change the hair treatment outcome.

      community i need your advice please tell

      in Product  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user is experiencing stage 2 hair loss and thinning, noticing more scalp visibility with short hair. They are considering diet, yoga, scalp massage, supplements, and a serum recommended by their doctor, and questioning if it's safe to stop using the serum and whether to get a blood test since hair loss isn't a family trait.

      community Testing recommendations from lack of min/fin success

      in Research/Science  1 upvotes 4 months ago
      The user has been using minoxidil, finasteride, a laser cap, and ketoconazole shampoo for hair loss without success and is seeking advice on further tests or treatments. They have a family history of hair loss and have not yet undergone dermatologist or trichology tests.

      community Lowering scalp prolactine - Any ideas ?

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about finding the best method to lower scalp prolactine, with suggestions like P5P and Melatonin. The user also mentions HMI115 as a potential treatment and seeks feedback from those who have tried these methods.

      community Any other non-responders to most medications?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  7 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has not seen results from various hair loss treatments including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and others over several years and is considering adding RU58841 and starting hormone replacement therapy. They are also experiencing anxiety and contemplating moving to a more accepting environment for their nonbinary identity.