I Read That DHT is Important for Brain Function, So Why Block It?
Hi,
About 7 months ago I visited Dr. Pak in San Jose, and was prescribed Propecia. I took it for a month or two, however after reading many stories on the internet about its unwanted and possibly permanent side effects, I decided to stop. I have been taking minoxidil for about 5 months now, however my hair loss has continued very rapidly, and Ive also been drinking heavily (daily) during this period. I am wondering if the drinking could be a cause or contributing factor??At this point I am very unsure about what to do, I really do not want to go bald at only 21 years old however I also am apprehensive about taking Propecia because Ive read also that dht is important in brain functioning and has other functions, so it seems that blocking it could be harmful. Would you recommend taking propecia and minoxidil together?? Also, I was wondering if you would recommend continuing minoxidil after 5 months of no effects and rapid shedding, and what the odds are that if I start propecia again that it will work?? Sorry for the long message but this hair loss quandary is really bothering me and I am really uncertain about what to do… Thanks.
If you are concerned enough about brain function, you might want to stop drinking heavily, as alcohol has many temporary and permanent effects on brain function. The scientific articles here and here discuss the way steroids work on brain and body function. I am linking to them for your overall education. We know that Propecia (finasteride 1mg) has minimal effects on brain function and is deemed safe and effective by the FDA. You have clear choices, and taking a safe medication that appears to have no significant brain side effects in most men at the 1mg dose is the alternative to taking no action to treat your balding.
Starting or stopping minoxidil is your call to make. I’d stick with it for a few more months, but it is ultimately up to you. I couldn’t tell you if Propecia will work, as each person is different.
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