research Is the “Comb Over” Dying? A Mouse Model for Male Pattern Baldness (Androgenic Alopecia)
The mouse model suggests male pattern baldness may be due to an enzyme increasing DHT and higher androgen receptor levels in hair follicles.
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research Effects of finasteride on the morphology of polycystic ovaries
Finasteride doesn't change polycystic ovary size or cyst number, suggesting testosterone's role in their appearance.
research Effect of dose reduction of dutasteride in combination with alpha-blockers in patients with lower urinary tract symptoms/benign prostatic enlargement
Taking dutasteride every other day works as well as daily and better preserves sexual function.
research Discriminating in favour of or against men with increased risk of finasteride-related side effects?
Finasteride treats baldness but may cause lasting sexual side effects.
research The role of 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors in active surveillance
5-alpha-reductase inhibitors might help slow down low-risk prostate cancer, but their use should be cautious.
research Reply
The document concludes that doctors should monitor children's brain development when treating hemangiomas with interferon alfa and consider stopping the treatment if problems arise, while also exploring drugs that might counteract side effects.
research Letter to the Editor on “COVID-19 Infection in Men on Testosterone Replacement Therapy”
The letter suggests testosterone replacement therapy might worsen COVID-19 outcomes.
research Unknown safety profile of ingredients in hair supplements: A call to action for improved patient safety
The conclusion is that hair supplement ingredients may be unsafe and should be disclosed and proven safe before use.
research Effect of ethanol extract of Zapoteca portoricensis stem on liver, kidney and prostatic biomarkers of testosterone-induced benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH) in male albino rats
Zapoteca portoricensis extract may help protect against prostate issues and support liver and kidney health in rats.
research Minoxidil Use in Alopecia
Minoxidil helps stimulate hair growth and enlarge small follicles in common hair loss, but doesn't stop it, and its effects can be boosted when combined with finasteride.
research Genetic analysis of 5 α reductase type 2 enzyme in relation to oxidative stress in cases of androgenetic alopecia in a sample of egyptian population
5α reductase type 2 enzyme mutation and oxidative stress may increase androgenetic alopecia risk in Egyptians.
research Cutaneous drug reactions
Any drug can cause skin reactions, but antibiotics, NSAIDs, and psychotropic drugs are more common, with some reactions being life-threatening.
research An exploratory analysis of 5‐alpha reductase inhibitors and risk of opioid use disorder among male Medicare beneficiaries receiving prescription opioid medications
Using 5-alpha reductase inhibitors may lower the risk of opioid addiction in men taking opioids.
research Preparation, Characterization and Molecular Docking Study of some New Pyrazole Derivatives Derived from 2-Mercaptobenzothiazole.
New pyrazole derivatives may help treat hair loss, but more testing is needed.
research African Journal of Biomedical Research
Olive leaves extract may help treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
research 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitors in the Treatment of Male Androgenetic Alopecia: Clinical Experience
Low-dose dutasteride effectively and safely promotes hair growth in men with androgenetic alopecia.
research (291) The Effect of Administration and Discontinuation of Finasteride in Male Rats
Finasteride's negative effects on brain tissue in male rats may be reversible after stopping the drug.
research 12-Methoxy Carnosic acid efficacy determinationand optimization through computational tools for 5alpha reductase enzyme and using finasteride as refrence molecule.
12-Methoxy carnosic acid from rosemary might be a good natural treatment for hair loss.
research The effect of finasteride on the male rat brain
Finasteride affects the male rat brain by reducing certain protein activation, but these effects may reverse after stopping the drug.
research 5-alpha reductase inhibitors use in prostatic disease and beyond
5-alpha reductase inhibitors, like finasteride and dutasteride, are used for prostate issues, hair loss, and excessive hair growth, may help with COVID-19, but can cause sexual and mental health side effects, and their use in preventing prostate cancer needs more examination.
research Alpha Blockers and Finasteride for BPH-1996
research Studies on the effect of Betula platyphylla extract on human dermal papilla cell proliferation and its mechanism of action
Betula platyphylla extract, particularly the H3-2 fraction, may help treat hair loss by promoting cell growth and inhibiting a hair loss-related enzyme.
research 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitor Treatment for Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia:A Myth or Truth?
5-Alpha-Reductase inhibitors might help slow down hair loss in Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia but are not a primary treatment and need more research.
research Computer Based Screening of Selected Phytoconstituents from Cyperus Rotundus Linn. Against 5 α Reductase Enzyme
Phytoconstituents from Cyperus Rotundus may help treat hirsutism by interacting with the 5 α reductase enzyme.
research Editor’s picks January 2021
PrEP doesn't increase STI risk in high-risk men, anti-androgen drugs may lower ICU admission for male COVID-19 patients, a 3-point injection is better for crow's feet, and the 'Geriatric-8' tool could help assess frailty in older skin cancer patients.
research Referee report. For: Phytochemicals With Anti 5-alpha-reductase Activity: A Prospective For Prostate Cancer Treatment [version 3; peer review: 2 approved]
Phytochemicals may offer safer alternatives to synthetic drugs for prostate cancer treatment.
research Crystal structure of steroid reductase SRD5A reveals conserved steroid reduction mechanism
The structure of SRD5A reveals how it reduces steroids, aiding drug design for related health conditions.
research FASCE, benefit of spironolactone for treating acne of adult female: study protocol for a randomized double-blind trial
Spironolactone may be a better acne treatment for adult women than antibiotics.
research Alpha Blocker and 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitor Prescribing Habits among Urologists and Primary Care Physicians
Urologists prescribe newer medications more often than primary care physicians, who could benefit from more education on treatment options.
research Most recent findings of curative drugs for lower urinary tract symptoms in clinical practice
Current treatments for lower urinary tract symptoms include α1-blockers, 5ARIs, PDE5 inhibitors, anticholinergic agents, and β3-adrenergic receptor agonists.