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Oral contraceptives can affect skin and hair, improve acne, but may cause pigmentation, dermatitis, and other conditions.
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Diane® is an effective contraceptive that also helps treat acne and mild hair growth issues.
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Ovulation inhibitors effectively treat menstrual issues and improve fertility but can have side effects.
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Letrozole with lifestyle changes improves fertility in women with PCOS.
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5 / 17 resultscommunity 5α-Reductase inhibitors do not impair cognition.
The conversation concludes that finasteride, a 5α-Reductase inhibitor used for hair loss, does not impair cognition either short-term or long-term. It suggests "brain fog" is not caused by the medication.
community Finasteride is a risk in pregnancy with unprotected sex
Finasteride may pose a risk during pregnancy, so using a condom is recommended if a partner is pregnant. It is advised to stop finasteride before trying to conceive due to potential effects on fetal development.
community Hormonal changes on Finasteride?
Finasteride can increase estrogen levels, causing dizziness and nausea. Users discuss adjusting treatment and diet, and explore alternatives for hair loss management.
community You Long term fin users, how are y’all going 10 or 15 years down the road? Does it actually work for most people?
Long-term finasteride users report maintaining hair and experiencing regrowth, with some using it for over 20 years. Combining finasteride with minoxidil or hair transplants can improve results.
community Started Finasteride almost three months ago and I'm upset
A user started taking finasteride three months ago to treat hair loss and unexpectedly cleared their acne, which they had been struggling with since age 12. The conversation includes others sharing their experiences with finasteride, its effects on acne and hair loss, and mentions a related treatment, clascoterone, for acne and hair loss.