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signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss
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an estrogen promoting hair regrowth more commonly used in women
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diabetes drug with anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory, and insulin-sensitizing properties
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch Safety profile of ipilimumab in elderly patients: a disproportionate analysis based on the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System database
Ipilimumab can cause various adverse events in elderly patients, especially affecting the gastrointestinal and endocrine systems.
research Frontiers in the (Neuro-)endocrine Controls of Hair Growth
Hair growth and health are influenced by stress and hormones.
research Repurposing steroidogenesis inhibitors for the therapy of neuropsychiatric disorders: Promises and caveats
Drugs for hormone-related conditions might help treat mental disorders but could have serious side effects.
research Psychosis as a late manifestation of Sheehan’s syndrome
Sheehan's syndrome can sometimes cause psychosis.
research SAT-279 The Effect of Chronic 5-alpha Reductase Inhibition on Clinically Apparent and Silent Cardiovascular Events
Finasteride lowers cholesterol but doesn't reduce heart-related events.
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5 / 212 resultscommunity Cassiopea Announces Very Positive Interim Analysis Phase 2 Results for Breezula® (Clascoterone) in Treating Androgenetic Alopecia
Breezula® (Clascoterone) showed promising results in a Phase 2 trial for treating hair loss, being as effective as Propecia with no serious side effects. It might be released between 2021-2022, and a related acne treatment with the same active ingredient could be used in the meantime.
community PSA: Most men who stay on Fin will see the sexual side effects go away. Stop the fear mongering
Finasteride can cause sexual side effects in less than 2% of men, but these often disappear over time, even if the treatment continues. Some users report persistent side effects, while others experience no issues or only temporary ones.
community How many are hyper responders to Finasteride?
The user experienced severe side effects from finasteride, including hormonal imbalances and cognitive issues, leading to a recommendation to stop its use. They plan to follow up with tests to rule out a pituitary tumor and are considering topical treatments as alternatives.
community Trying to understand finasteride side effects and post finasteride syndrome
The conversation discusses the side effects of finasteride, including low libido and erectile dysfunction, and the possibility of these effects being permanent, known as post-finasteride syndrome (PFS). Some users report personal experiences with PFS and debate whether the condition is real, with varying opinions on the reversibility of side effects and the role of individual biology.
community Study: There is 70x Higher Unconjugated DHT in Feces Compared To Blood Levels in Young Adults - Gut Microbiota Manages DHT Recycling and Metabolism
Gut microbiota significantly influences androgen metabolism, impacting hair loss treatments like finasteride. Probiotics, dietary changes, and fecal microbiota transplants may help manage DHT levels and improve hair health.