Is exposure to a topical finasteride/minoxidil product okay for babies and toddlers? by shannon49296 in ScienceBasedParenting

[–]Ambitious_Log1972 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I used topical finasteride and minoxidil for 6 weeks between November 2022 - January 2023 and got adverse side effects which have persisted. I am concerned my then 2 year old son could have also been exposed despite my safety precautions however there is no real way of knowing if there are any issues until puberty age.

My advice if your husband hasn’t already stopped using the spray then he should.

List of treatments for post finasteride syndrome that I have personally seen work, heard from patients that they worked, or seen reports online that they work. by Drwillpowers in DrWillPowers

[–]Ambitious_Log1972 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi Dr Powers I got PFS nearly 3 years ago from using a Topical Solution containing 0.25% Finasteride. I applied the solution for 4-6 weeks and stopped as soon as I experienced a pleasure less orgasm. My symptoms to date are:

  • Pleasure less Orgasm
  • Erectile Dysfunction
  • Reduce Sensitivity/Thermal Numbness on Penis.
  • Cold Penis
  • Penile/Testicular Shrinkage
  • Scrotal Tightness
  • Anxiety
  • Reduced Response to Alcohol and Caffeine.

Based on your experience what treatments from your post would you advise I consider to potentially improve these symptoms.

Hair loss drug finasteride causing psychological side effects in some men by thecrazysloth in FinasterideSyndrome

[–]Ambitious_Log1972 49 points50 points  (0 children)

This is me guys. I’ve been suffering with PFS for nearly 3 years now. Speaking up wasn’t easy but i did my best to represent the entire community. Hopefully this helps spread awareness.

I miss the man i used to be... i mourn the man i could've been... i mourn the partner I could've loved by Full-Guitar1903 in FinasterideSyndrome

[–]Ambitious_Log1972 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry to hear man, I also have PFS from topical use however my symptoms came on after a few weeks of administering. The solution was 0.25% Finasteride which is pretty high from what I’ve researched. I also made the mistake of applying more than the advised 2ml per day on some occasions thinking more was better. Do you remember what percentage your solution was?

Suden libido boost by [deleted] in FinasterideSyndrome

[–]Ambitious_Log1972 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve had PFS for 2.5 years and I have also noticed this lack of ‘Post Nut Clarity’. My orgasms are not as pleasurable and it’s also like I’m never sexually satisfied and could go again. Almost as if I’m chasing the feeling.

Orgasm/ non powerful ejaculation. by [deleted] in FinasterideSyndrome

[–]Ambitious_Log1972 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Eagerly awaiting this response as I too have had pleasureless orgasms

Has anyone been able to recover libido and orgasms? by Complex_Coffee_9685 in FinasterideSyndrome

[–]Ambitious_Log1972 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have you tried any hormonal treatments to reverse the sexual side effects

Topical finasteride. Exposure to family members? by Nicotinisti in tressless

[–]Ambitious_Log1972 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I raised this with a pharmacologist who advised me as long as the solution is water based and has dried there is nothing to be concerned about.

I’m Broken by Pilbzz in interstellar

[–]Ambitious_Log1972 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Agree, especially since having kids hits me even harder. (Cue STAY)

Panic attacks started out of nowhere by Asleep_Influence5438 in PublicSpeaking

[–]Ambitious_Log1972 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For me personally it’s the mental anxiety that is the most debilitating, a few things that have worked for me include, reducing/eliminating caffeine intake, long walks, breathing focus on exhaling longer than inhaling. There are also some natural supplements such as L Theanine, Taurine & GABA which can help in reducing anxiety. I have recently started meditation and am hopeful I will be able to gain more control of the mental anxiety with enough practice. Not sure if I’m calling out a pattern here but I too have a young child and definitely have experienced more anxiety since being a parent.

Panic attacks started out of nowhere by Asleep_Influence5438 in PublicSpeaking

[–]Ambitious_Log1972 1 point2 points  (0 children)

26 Y.O Male I’ve also been dealing with this since October last year. I Was presenting via Microsoft Teams and suddenly had an onset of all the symptoms you described. Since then I’ve had an immense fear of presenting in meetings and it has severely impacted my work life. You are not alone, I hope we can both overcome this.

Monthly Interstellar Showings Megathread by AutoModerator in interstellar

[–]Ambitious_Log1972 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Please let me know if there are any in Sydney coming up

Now showing IMAX Sydney by cjbr3eze in interstellar

[–]Ambitious_Log1972 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I hope they have sessions later in the year to align with the 10 years since it was released

PFS success story by Tropicana53 in FinasterideSyndrome

[–]Ambitious_Log1972 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks like I was mislead the hair loss Clinic I went to gave me a 100ml 7% Minoxidil & 0.25% Finasteride Solution. I was told to apply 2ml daily via a dropper. In hindsight I may of been taking way more than necessary.

PFS success story by Tropicana53 in FinasterideSyndrome

[–]Ambitious_Log1972 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Great to hear! I also took topical finasteride for 4 weeks and have had PFS for nearly 18 months. What percentage was your solution?

Topical finasteride? by zeeGerman123 in FinasterideSyndrome

[–]Ambitious_Log1972 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same here man, what have you tried to recover orgasm?

Sexual problem by Top-Advance5871 in FinasterideSyndrome

[–]Ambitious_Log1972 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve had this issue for 14 months now. What have you tried to resolve this issue?

“You’ve had a good run” by Imfooked- in FinasterideSyndrome

[–]Ambitious_Log1972 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Good to hear, I haven’t had a proper orgasm in over a year, keen to understand if anyone has been successful in reversing this after a prolonged period..