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A user found out they are vitamin D deficient and was prescribed high-dose vitamin D supplements, asking if others had similar experiences and if it improved their hair. Some shared improved mood and testosterone levels after treatment, while another combined vitamin D supplements with finasteride due to family history of baldness.
The conversation discusses feelings of despair and low self-worth due to hair loss and other perceived physical shortcomings. The user expresses a lack of motivation and struggles with societal expectations, despite trying various self-improvement methods.
User struggles with hair loss after 2.5 years on minoxidil and 1 year on finasteride, feeling depressed. Replies suggest accepting the situation and not focusing on baldness in public.
The conversation is about a person struggling with hair loss and feeling frustrated comparing themselves to friends with thick hair. They started taking 1 mg Finasteride a month ago to address the hair loss.
Hair loss is distressing, with treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and spironolactone commonly used despite potential side effects. Emphasis is placed on maintaining mental health and self-worth beyond hair appearance.
Homelessness is humorously proposed as a solution to hair loss due to less grooming and stress. Treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride are discussed, with genetics and lifestyle also considered important factors.
The insecurity people feel when going to the barber for a haircut due to visible hair loss. Replies include encouragement, advice such as looking for more understanding barbers and female hairdressers, as well as suggestions of trying at-home haircuts or using treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.
Hair loss causing distress during physical interaction; treatment for a year not effective. Options discussed: accept new normal or explore other treatments.
The emotional and psychological impact of hair loss in young people, how to cope with it, and potential treatments such as finasteride, RU58841, Minoxidil, SMP, and hair transplants.
The conversation discusses the difficulty in distinguishing between side effects of finasteride (like brain fog and loss of libido) and depression caused by hair loss. Users share experiences of severe depression while on finasteride, leading some to stop the treatment despite anxiety over hair loss.
A user experienced severe side effects from finasteride, including mental health issues and physical symptoms, and sought advice on managing post-finasteride syndrome. Suggestions included checking vitamin levels, considering dopamine agonists, and avoiding further psychiatric medications.
Many people feel self-conscious about hair loss during haircuts, with some using treatments like finasteride and minoxidil. Others cope by cutting their own hair or finding a trusted barber to manage thinning areas.
Finasteride can reduce neuroactive steroids, causing side effects like depression, anxiety, and sexual dysfunction. Some users experience persistent symptoms after stopping finasteride, while others use alternative treatments like topical solutions.
Balding is challenging, and relying on medications like finasteride is often seen as a better option than constantly shaving or trying to compensate in other areas. Many feel that societal expectations to "own it" or drastically change oneself to cope with baldness are unrealistic and burdensome.
A 19-year-old male has been losing hair since 16-17 and feels more depressed after 6 months of using topical minoxidil and finasteride, which made his hair dry and greasy. Another user suggested switching to oral finasteride and provided tips for using topical minoxidil to reduce greasiness.
Hair loss is linked to a higher rate of body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), OCD, and depression. Finasteride and dutasteride are not linked to increased suicidal risk, though some users report mental health side effects.
A 20-year-old experiencing hair thinning became depressed and sought treatment. The new dermatologist prescribed a routine including topical minoxidil, finasteride, derma stamping, Nizoral shampoo, rosemary oil, and scalp massages.
The post argues that Post-Finasteride Syndrome (PFS) is likely not real and suggests symptoms may be due to mental health issues or the nocebo effect. The conversation includes personal experiences with finasteride, highlighting both positive and negative effects, and emphasizes consulting doctors and using reliable sources for medication.
Finasteride is used for hair loss, with mixed reports of no side effects and claims of long-term negative effects known as Post Finasteride Syndrome (PFS). The conversation debates the existence and causes of PFS, with differing opinions on whether it is psychological or real.
The conversation is about how dealing with hair loss has made other insecurities seem less significant. Some users shared experiences of self-acceptance and improvements in other areas, like vision correction, but still facing the challenge of hair loss.
User is experiencing hair loss despite using Minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, dermarolling, and supplements like fish oil, collagen, hyaluronic acid, and biotin for over a year. They feel mentally distressed as their hair isn't growing longer and they avoid barbers and hats to hide thinning.
Finasteride users may have an increased risk of depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts, though some attribute these issues to hair loss itself. The link between finasteride and mental health effects is debated, with varying user experiences.
A user expressed frustration with hair loss treatments, including finasteride, minoxidil with micro-needling, and RU58841, which all failed to stop hair thinning and miniaturization. Suggestions from others included accepting baldness, considering hair systems, and continuing prescribed antidepressants for depression.
The user took finasteride for a year with no issues until reading negative stories online, which led to experiencing side effects they believe are psychological. They stopped the medication and are seeking advice on recovering faster.
The conversation is about a user feeling hopeless due to hair loss despite using finasteride, dutasteride, and OM for over a year. Responses suggest therapy, self-improvement, and changing perspectives on appearance.
A 20-year-old is feeling depressed about hair loss despite using minoxidil and finasteride for 5-6 months. Users suggest continuing treatment, trying derma rolling, oral minoxidil, and addressing lifestyle factors.
A 20-year-old woman with androgenetic alopecia feels depressed about her hair loss, despite using topical minoxidil, spironolactone, and saw palmetto. Suggestions include trying oral minoxidil, higher doses of finasteride or dutasteride, and checking for vitamin deficiencies and heavy metal exposure.
A 22-year-old male experienced hair loss potentially linked to escitalopram, which stopped after switching to vortioxetine. His depressive symptoms improved with continued treatment.
Hair loss affects self-esteem and mental health, with treatments like finasteride and minoxidil commonly used. People feel misunderstood by those without hair loss and seek more empathy and better treatment options.