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September 2021 in “Southern African Journal of Hiv Medicine”
The guideline provides healthcare professionals in South Africa with instructions for comprehensive, multidisciplinary gender-affirming care, including HIV prevention and treatment for transgender and gender diverse individuals.
A 19-year-old is distressed about his 17-year-old autistic brother's hair loss, projecting his own insecurities despite being on finasteride and dutasteride. Replies suggest the brother might not care about balding, and the poster should address his own issues.
Stopping finasteride often restores sexual function, with many experiencing improved libido and erections. Some users switch to minoxidil or topical finasteride to manage side effects while maintaining hair health.
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 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.
PP405 is a new hair growth stimulant different from Minoxidil, currently in phase 2 trials. Users discuss its potential, safety concerns, and the long wait before it might be available.