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GlossaryBreast Cancer

malignancy originating in breast tissue cells

Breast cancer, also known as breast carcinoma, is a type of malignancy that originates in the cells of the breast tissue. It can develop in the ducts (ductal carcinoma) or lobules (lobular carcinoma) and may spread to other parts of the body if not detected and treated early. Early detection through screening methods like mammograms significantly improves the prognosis.

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Permanent Chemotherapy-Induced Alopecia in Early Breast Cancer Patients After (Neo)Adjuvant Chemotherapy: Long-Term Follow-Up

research Abstract P3-09-15: Permanent chemotherapy induced alopecia in early breast cancer patients after (neo)adjuvant chemotherapy: Long term follow up

2 citations , December 2013 in “Cancer Research”

Some early breast cancer patients have long-term hair loss after chemotherapy, especially older and postmenopausal women.

research Abstract P5-21-05: ERALOP study: Post adjuvant FEC - docetaxel chemotherapy for early breast cancer: Hair regrowth in the real life

May 2015 in “Cancer research”

After chemotherapy for early breast cancer, 33.4% of patients had long-term significant hair loss, with some hair regrowth over time, but treatments for hair loss were largely ineffective.

research Assessment of long-term alopecia after adjuvant taxane therapy for early breast cancer: a cross-sectional survey

1 citations , June 2025 in “Supportive Care in Cancer”

Docetaxel chemotherapy causes more long-term hair loss and dissatisfaction than paclitaxel.

research Madarosis: a qualitative study to assess perceptions and experience of Australian patients with early breast cancer treated with taxane-based chemotherapy

11 citations , August 2017 in “Supportive care in cancer”

Madarosis (eyebrow and eyelash loss) significantly affects quality of life for breast cancer patients on taxane-based chemotherapy.

research A Phase II Study of Vaginal Testosterone Cream (TEST) vs. Estring for Vaginal Dryness or Decreased Libido in Women with Early Stage Breast Cancer (BC) Treated with Aromatase Inhibitors (AIs).

9 citations , December 2009 in “Cancer Research”

Both vaginal testosterone cream and Estring effectively manage vaginal dryness in women with early-stage breast cancer on aromatase inhibitors.

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community Dermatologist refused to prescribe finasteride due to “new research” on male breast cancer. anyone heard of this?

in Research/Science 54 upvotes 7 months ago

A dermatologist refused to prescribe finasteride due to concerns about recent research linking it to male breast cancer, suggesting a topical alternative with minoxidil instead. The user is advised to seek a second opinion, as the evidence for such risks is inconclusive and the dermatologist's reasoning seems questionable.

community Rant: Rejected request for fin YET AGAIN, guess DIY is my only option 🙃

in Female 29 upvotes 2 years ago

A woman has been struggling with hair loss for over 12 years and is frustrated with doctors refusing to prescribe finasteride due to potential birth defects and unproven breast cancer risk. She's considering self-treatment or permanent birth control, after being offered only minoxidil, PRP therapy, and weaker natural supplements like Saw Palmetto.

community Male (24) Using Dutasteride Since 2020 – Concerns About Having Kids

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 90 upvotes 1 year ago

A 24-year-old male using dutasteride for hair loss is worried about its effects on fertility and future children's health. Users advise consulting a doctor, possibly switching to finasteride, or stopping dutasteride before conception due to its impact on sperm count.

community Treatment of Finasteride Induced Gynecomastia (Male breast tissue growth)

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 16 upvotes 5 years ago

Finasteride can cause gynecomastia, which may be reversible by stopping the drug and using selective estrogen receptor modulators (SERMs) like tamoxifen. Lifestyle changes such as weight loss and avoiding alcohol can also help, but surgery may be needed if the condition persists.

community 35 MtF | 16 Months | Minoxidil + Dutasteride + Microneedling + Exosomes. Note that since I'm early in my transition (and I was coming from a bald state), I still have short hair. Very few MtF progress pictures here, I figure this might help some of you.

in Transgender 125 upvotes 2 years ago

A 35-year-old transitioning female (MtF) shared her hair regrowth journey using Minoxidil, Dutasteride, Microneedling, and Exosomes, starting from a bald state. Commenters discussed the impressive results, skin care routine, and the effects of estrogen on hair and skin.

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signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss

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