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Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity
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research An observational retrospective evaluation of 79 young men with long-term adverse effects after use of finasteride against androgenetic alopecia
Finasteride caused long-term sexual and non-sexual side effects in young men with hair loss.
research Female Gender Scheme is Disturbed by Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Qualitative Study From Iran
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) affects Iranian women's feelings of femininity and self-image.
research Cross sectional quality of life assessment in patients with androgenetic alopecia
Hair loss lowers quality of life, causing embarrassment, frustration, and sexual rejection.
research Síndrome dos ovários policísticos: enfoque psicossocial.
PCOS significantly affects women's quality of life, causing anxiety and social issues, and requires comprehensive care.
research Associated Factors of Quality of Life in Adult Female Acne Coexisting with Hyperandrogenism and Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome using the Dermatology Life Quality Index
Acne and hair loss in women can greatly lower their quality of life, but having polycystic ovarian syndrome does not.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Feeling really down and hair loss is slowly destroying me
The conversation is about a person struggling with aggressive hair loss and feeling depressed, who has tried finasteride but is experiencing sexual side effects. Others suggest various treatments like reducing finasteride dosage, trying minoxidil, dermarolling, addressing health and hormonal issues, and accepting baldness.
community Dutasteride is the best thing happened to me…
Dutasteride improved the user's hair thickness and health, slowed body and facial hair growth, and enhanced skin condition. The user also reported feeling energetic with a slight decrease in libido but no issues with sexual function.
community Sexual Sides? Are you sure you don't masturbate too much?
Finasteride can cause sexual side effects, and reducing porn and masturbation may help improve sexual function. Some users experience persistent issues even after stopping finasteride.
community Dutas and Minox results - mixed feelings
A user experienced significant hair growth using oral dutasteride and minoxidil but developed severe erectile dysfunction, likely exacerbated by obesity and diabetes. They plan to lose weight and possibly adjust medication to alleviate side effects.
community Why is sexual functioning the main concern? Fin/dut can affect cognition and mood, arguably being more important
Finasteride and dutasteride can affect sexual function, cognition, and mood. Alternatives like minoxidil, pyrilutamide, and alfatradiol have varied effectiveness and side effects.