Two women with very high androgen levels had only slight skin issues, one due to a non-classical adrenal disorder and the other due to an adrenal tumor.
The user experienced increased shedding and an itchy scalp after switching from Ascend to Aurobindo finasteride. They are considering switching to dutasteride and are concerned about elevatedestrogenlevels and the effectiveness of adding minoxidil later.
A 24-year-old male using topical finasteride for hair loss is experiencing thinning despite treatment and has high estrogenlevels. He is seeking advice on whether high estrogen could be causing hair loss and how others with high estrogenlevels have addressed it.
A user experienced mild side effects from 0.5mg finasteride daily, including increased estradiol and minor gynecomastia. They are considering taking a low dose of exemestane to reduce estrogenlevels.
Finasteride and dutasteride may increase estrogenlevels, leading to water retention and a fuller face. Users discuss managing these effects with lifestyle changes and supplements like zinc and DIM.
The user is concerned about having a straight, low hairline after a hair transplant and is unable to take finasteride due to high estrogen and prolactin levels. They have used minoxidil with limited success and are considering further transplants to lower the hairline, while others suggest the risks of using up donor hair too quickly.