Buzzing or shaving your head can boost confidence and save money on hair loss treatments. Some prefer treatments like finasteride and minoxidil to maintain their hair.
User hears aunt's comment on hair loss during Easter gathering. Others discuss handling rude comments and share experiences with hair loss treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride.
The user is preparing for potential future hair loss treatments and currently uses topical minoxidil, derma rolling, and ketoconazole shampoo. They are concerned about shedding, side effects, and the possibility of starting finasteride or dutasteride along with testosterone.
A user experienced shedding after 7 months on Fin/Min spray despite good results and no change in treatment. Other users noted similar experiences and mentioned that shedding periods can be normal.
The FDA warned that topical finasteride can cause serious side effects like sexual dysfunction and brain fog, similar to oral finasteride. Compounded topical formulations pose additional risks due to lack of regulation.
The user has been using oral dutasteride and topical minoxidil for 8 years, added oral minoxidil 6 months ago, but continues to experience hair thinning despite reduced shedding. They are considering checking iron levels, switching medication brands, and exploring other treatments like RU58841.
The conversation discusses switching from oral to topical finasteride for hair loss, with concerns about application methods and side effects like dizziness and low energy. Users suggest mixing finasteride with minoxidil for better scalp coverage and dosage control.