research Finasteride-Induced Neuropsychiatric Reactions
Finasteride can cause depression and suicidal thoughts; safer alternatives are recommended.
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research Is the Safety of Finasteride Correlated With Its Route of Administration: Topical Versus Oral? A Pharmacovigilance Study With Data From the United States Food and Drug Administration Adverse Event Reporting System
Topical finasteride may be safer than oral finasteride, but more research is needed.
research Understanding the Association Between Mental Health and Hair Loss
Mental health and hair loss are linked, and treating both can improve well-being.
research The risk of psychiatric disorders in finasteride users with benign prostatic hyperplasia and androgenetic alopecia: A population‐based case–control study
Finasteride users have a very low risk of mental health issues, but those with hair loss may have slightly higher anxiety and depression.
research Letter in reply: Pericarditis and peripheral edema in a healthy man on low-dose oral minoxidil therapy
A man got heart and swelling issues from a hair loss medication, so doctors advise careful use, especially in people with past health problems.
research US Food and Drug Administration Warning Regarding Finasteride and Suicidal Ideation: What Should Urologists Know?
Urologists should screen for mental health issues before and during finasteride treatment.
research Case report: a study of the clinical characteristics and genetic variants of post-finasteride syndrome patients
Finasteride may cause lasting sexual and mental health issues, and genetic screening could help prevent them.
research How routine pharmacovigilance failed to identify finasteride’s persistent sexual side effects
Finasteride, a hair loss drug, has unaddressed sexual side effects due to the manufacturer's inadequate safety measures and lack of additional studies.
research Risk of Psychiatric Disorders following Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Nationwide Population-Based Cohort Study
Women with PCOS have a higher chance of experiencing depression, anxiety, and sleep disorders.
research Drugs and Hair Loss
Some medications can cause hair loss, but stopping the drug usually leads to recovery within 3 months.
research Prevalence, comorbidities, and treatment patterns of Japanese patients with alopecia areata: A descriptive study using Japan medical data center claims database
Alopecia areata is becoming more common in Japan, with a need for better treatments, especially for severe and pediatric cases.
research Management of Hair Loss in Women
Certain medications and maintaining adequate iron levels can help manage women's hair loss.
research Trichotillomania: Clinical Aspects and Treatment Strategies *
Behavior therapy and medications, especially clomipramine, can help reduce hair pulling in people with trichotillomania.
research Safety of 5α-reductase inhibitors and spironolactone in breast cancer patients receiving endocrine therapies
The medications 5α-reductase inhibitors and spironolactone are generally safe for breast cancer patients on endocrine therapies and do not significantly increase breast cancer risk.
research The associated burden of mental health conditions in alopecia areata: a population‐based study in UK primary care*
People with alopecia areata have a higher risk of depression and anxiety, and often face unemployment and work absences.
research The burden of alopecia areata: A scoping review focusing on quality of life, mental health and work productivity
Alopecia areata greatly affects people's life quality, mental health, and work life.
research Hair Loss Induced by Lopinavir-Ritonavir
The medication lopinavir-ritonavir may cause severe hair loss.
research Common causes of paediatric alopecia
Hair loss in children is often caused by scalp infections, immune disorders, hair pulling, stress, and requires careful treatment due to emotional effects.
research Bipolar Patients and Bullous Pemphigoid after Risperidone Long-Acting Injectable: A Case Report and a Review of the Literature
Long-term use of Risperidone may be linked to a serious skin condition in bipolar patients, affecting their overall well-being.
research Health-related quality of life and mental state in women with polycystic ovary syndrome and migration or minority background – A cross-sectional study
Women with PCOS from minority backgrounds have worse mental health and quality of life.
research Oral Presentations: Abstracts of the Urological Society of Australia and New Zealand Annual Scientific Meeting, 25–28 February 2023, Melbourne, Australia
Urologists should monitor mental health in patients taking finasteride due to potential links to suicidal thoughts, adjusting dosage or stopping use if necessary. More research is needed to confirm if finasteride causes these thoughts.
research Non-Hormonal Treatment Options for Regulation of Menstrual Cycle in Adolescents with PCOS
Medications for glucose metabolism and weight control, combined therapy options, and herbal medicines may help regulate menstrual cycle in adolescents with PCOS.
research Perceived Stigma and Mental Health Disorders Among Adults With Alopecia Areata Living in Japan
Alopecia areata significantly affects mental health and quality of life, with many feeling stigma and few receiving adequate treatment.
research Polycystic ovary syndrome and psychological distress: Urban–rural comparison among reproductive-aged women in Bangladesh
Women with PCOS in Bangladesh face significant mental health issues, especially in rural areas.
research Alopecia Areata: Understanding the Pathophysiology and Advancements in Treatment Modalities
Alopecia Areata causes hair loss and needs treatments that address both physical and emotional health.
research Buddha's Way and Modern Approach to Overcome Stress and Anxiety
Buddhist meditation techniques are better for reducing stress and anxiety than modern methods.
research Prevalence and Predictors of Premature Graying of Hair Before the Age of 30: A Cross‐Sectional Study in Saudi Arabia
Over half of young people in Saudi Arabia experience early gray hair, linked to factors like smoking, stress, and family history.
research Progress of clinical research on fractional laser treatment of androgenetic alopecia: A review article
Fractional laser therapy is a promising, effective, and minimally invasive treatment for hair loss.
research Effectiveness and safety of the ablative fractional 2940-nm Er: YAG laser for the treatment of androgenetic alopecia
The 2940-nm Er: YAG laser combined with medication is a safe and better treatment for male hair loss than medication alone.
research Insights into Alopecia Areata: A Systematic Review of Prevalence, Pathogenesis, and Psychological Consequences
Alopecia Areata affects people of all ages worldwide, is likely caused by genetic and environmental factors, and can lead to stress and depression, highlighting the need for treatments that address both physical and mental health.