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February 2007 in “Hormone and metabolic research”
Human skin makes sexual hormones that affect hairgrowth, skin health, and healing; too much can cause acne and hair loss, while treatments can manage these conditions.
The user experienced severe sexual side effects from topical finasteride with minoxidil but found no side effects with low-dose dutasteride and finasteride serums from Ulo after a hair transplant. They also used a hairgrowth serum with saw palmetto without side effects.
A 31-year-old experienced significant hair regrowth using a combination of oral minoxidil, dutasteride, and topical treatments, with no side effects. They initially had issues with finasteride but found success with dutasteride, noting improved hair retention and no sexual side effects.
The user is using minoxidil, topical finasteride, Nizoral shampoo, and a dermaroller for hair regrowth but is experiencing changes in sexual function. They are concerned about whether these changes are due to the treatment and are seeking advice on continuing hairgrowth without affecting sexuality.
Significant hairgrowth was achieved using Minoxidil 5% and dermarolling twice a week, with suggestions to add finasteride for maintenance. There is debate on when to apply Minoxidil after dermarolling to avoid irritation.
GT20029 showed significant hairgrowth and safety in phase II trials, with no adverse sexual events. Users are hopeful but concerned about future costs and systemic effects.