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July 2023 in “Obstetrics & Gynecology”
Imiquimod may be a better non-surgical treatment for cervical pre-cancer, but its effectiveness for vaginal pre-cancer is unclear, and it has some side effects.
After gynosurgery, OP is considering restarting finasteride at a lower dose (0.25mg/0.5mg) or switching to topical to reduce the risk of gyno recurrence. Lower doses and topical application may lessen side effects due to reduced systemic absorption.
OP is planning a hair transplant but has gynosurgery scheduled next month. It's recommended to wait 4-6 weeks after the gynosurgery before proceeding with the hair transplant.
A user experienced puffy nipples and lumps from finasteride, leading to a dilemma between continuing treatment with potential surgery or accepting hair loss. They restarted finasteride at a lower dose with supplements but still face side effects and are seeking advice on whether to persist or stop.
Isoflavones from soybeans may help limit estrogen's effects on the body, potentially preventing gyno. However, surgery is the only way to remove gland enlargement.
A 27-year-old man experienced hair regrowth and gynecomastia from finasteride, leading to a cycle of stopping and restarting the treatment. He is considering gynosurgery and consulting an endocrinologist as potential solutions.