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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Psychiatric Comorbidity Related to the Therapy of Male Androgenetic Alopecia Independent of the 5–Alpha Reductase Pathway
research Psychiatric Comorbidities in Pseudofolliculitis Barbae: A Cross-Sectional Study of the All of Us Database
Pseudofolliculitis barbae is linked to higher rates of anxiety and depression.
research Beyond the Follicle: Exploring Psychiatric Comorbidities in Androgenetic Alopecia
Androgenetic alopecia patients often experience higher rates of depression and anxiety, suggesting mental health screening before finasteride treatment.
research Expert Opinion: Migraine, Psychiatric Comorbidities, and Treatment
People with migraines often have mental health conditions, and treatment should be personalized to address both issues safely.
research Associated comorbidities in pediatric patients with alopecia areata
Children with alopecia areata often have related health issues like allergies, autoimmune diseases, or mental health conditions.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Hair Loss Causes Depression. Not Finasteride.
Finasteride and Dutasteride do not cause depression or mood disorders; hair loss itself may be a more significant factor. Some users experience side effects from Finasteride, but it is generally well-tolerated.
community Common hair-loss drug consistently associated with higher rates of psychiatric harm
Finasteride and dutasteride can cause psychiatric side effects like depression and suicidal thoughts in some users, especially those with a history of mental health issues. While some users experience positive hair growth results, others face severe psychological effects, raising concerns about their safety and the need for careful monitoring.
community Progress in miniaturization or time to go to a psychiatrist?
A 21-year-old is concerned about androgenic alopecia and has been using minoxidil for a year, noticing some stabilization in the hairline but fears using it on the whole scalp due to seborrheic dermatitis. Another person suggests considering a psychiatrist for stress management, using Nizoral shampoo, and possibly trying a small dose of finasteride.
community Heads up for EU Fin users: Finasteride prescription has been toughened up in France
Finasteride prescriptions in France now require an annual certificate acknowledging psychiatric and sexual risks, as the European Medicines Agency recognizes these risks. The conversation discusses the potential mental health effects of Finasteride, with some users reporting side effects and others questioning the statistical significance of these findings.
community Two Great Articles on NCBI That Summarize What We Actually Know About Finasteride Side Effects
The side effects of taking finasteride as a treatment for hair loss, with particular focus on its sexual and psychiatric side effects; research has indicated that there are high and low outliers in terms of prevalence of sexual side effects, but it is usually between 3-5%, while evidence of lasting sexual side effects comes from lower quality sources.