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GlossaryProstate-Specific Antigen

protein produced by prostate cells, often measured for cancer screening

Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) is a protein produced by cells in the prostate gland, which is a small gland in men that produces seminal fluid. Elevated levels of PSA in the blood can be an indicator of prostate cancer, benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), or inflammation of the prostate. PSA testing is commonly used as a screening tool for early detection of prostate cancer.

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The Effect of 5α-Reductase Inhibition With Dutasteride and Finasteride on Bone Mineral Density, Serum Lipoproteins, Hemoglobin, Prostate Specific Antigen, and Sexual Function in Healthy Young Men

research The Effect of 5α-Reductase Inhibition With Dutasteride and Finasteride on Bone Mineral Density, Serum Lipoproteins, Hemoglobin, Prostate Specific Antigen and Sexual Function in Healthy Young Men

72 citations , April 2008 in “The Journal of urology/The journal of urology”

Dutasteride and finasteride do not significantly affect bone density, blood fats, or blood production, but slightly lower PSA levels and minimally impact sexual function in healthy young men.

research The Relationship Between Metformin and Serum Prostate‐Specific Antigen Levels

17 citations , July 2016 in “The Prostate”

Metformin may lower PSA levels, possibly affecting prostate cancer development.

research Is prostate-specific antigen a potential new marker of androgen excess in polycystic ovary syndrome?

16 citations , April 2007 in “Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Research”

Prostate-specific antigen may be a new marker for excess male hormones in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.

research Association between prostate‐specific antigen and serum testosterone: A systematic review and meta‐analysis

11 citations , April 2020 in “Andrology”

Testosterone replacement therapy, especially intramuscular, raises PSA levels, but no overall link between PSA and testosterone was found except in non-BPH patients.

research Androgen Receptor Polymorphism-Dependent Variation in Prostate-Specific Antigen Concentrations of European Men

9 citations , September 2014 in “Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention”

Certain genetic variants in the androgen receptor are linked to higher PSA levels, potentially affecting prostate cancer screening outcomes.

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community Dermatologist told me to quit fin after turning 40

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 194 upvotes 2 years ago

A dermatologist advised a patient to stop taking finasteride (fin) after turning 40 due to potential risk of aggressive prostate cancer. The patient and others in the conversation debated this advice, discussing the relationship between finasteride, prostate cancer, and hair loss, and considering alternatives like topical finasteride.

community 4 months progress / dut 0.5mg + topical min

in Progress Pictures 108 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation is about someone's 4-month hair regrowth progress using 0.5mg dutasteride and topical minoxidil. Another person is inspired and is using 5mg finasteride and 5% minoxidil topically twice daily, hoping for similar results.

community 28M Starting Finasteride for Accelerating Hair Loss – Seeking Monitoring Advice

in General 180 upvotes 10 months ago

The user plans to start a 12-month finasteride treatment to combat aggressive hair loss, with regular monitoring of thyroid levels, testosterone, DHT, liver enzymes, PSA, and iron levels. They seek advice on additional monitoring and aim to balance results with minimal side effects.

community Interpreting pre-finisteride blood panels

in Chat 2 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about someone planning to start finasteride for hair loss and wanting to interpret pre-treatment blood panels to assess the risk of side effects like gynecomastia. They list various tests to measure hormone levels and other health indicators.

community Pre-Finisteride DHT & Hormone Blood Panel

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 3 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation discusses the cost and insurance coverage of a comprehensive hormone and DHT blood panel for hair loss, with a focus on finasteride treatment. The user seeks a cheaper alternative to a $700 panel recommended in a video.

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