research Efficacy and Safety of Finasteride Therapy for Androgenetic Alopecia
Finasteride helps hair growth but may cause sexual side effects.
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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 A clinicopathologic study of lichen planopilaris among men
Most men with lichen planopilaris had it confirmed by biopsy and often had thyroid issues, sexual dysfunction, or prostate cancer, hinting at a link with hormonal problems.
research First reboxetine trial results reported
Finasteride increased hair count and regrowth in men with hair loss but also caused more sexual side effects than placebo.
research The 2018 Revision to the Process of Care Model for Evaluation of Erectile Dysfunction
The 2018 update to the ED care model added a new severity score and stressed a detailed evaluation of both physical and psychological aspects.
research Can male-pattern baldness be prevented?
Finasteride may increase hair growth and prevent baldness in men, but can cause sexual side effects.
research Re: Long-Term Consequences of Finasteride vs Placebo in the Prostate Cancer Prevention Trial
Finasteride reduces the need for prostate surgery but may increase the risk of depression and persistent sexual side effects.
research The North American Menopause Society Recommendations for Clinical Care of Midlife Women
The NAMS 2014 recommendations guide healthcare providers on treating health issues in midlife women, emphasizing individualized care and informed decision-making.
research The safety of 52 weeks of oral DHEA therapy for postmenopausal women
Taking DHEA for a year is generally safe for postmenopausal women but may cause acne and more facial hair without improving metabolism or aging.
research Antiandrogenic Therapy With Finasteride Attenuates Cardiac Hypertrophy and Left Ventricular Dysfunction
Finasteride helps reduce heart issues and improves heart function.
research Female Hirsutism: Pathophysiological Considerations and Therapeutic Implications*
Excessive hair growth in women often has no known cause and is not linked to race or other hormonal symptoms.
research News in brief
A new protein linked to Alzheimer's was discovered, and a hair loss treatment showed effectiveness but had some sexual side effects.
research Vitiligo: A comprehensive overview
Vitiligo is a skin condition causing white spots, more common in women, often starts before age 20, and can affect mental health.
research Chapter 6. Darwinian Health and Other Contradictions
The document concludes that understanding health requires considering evolutionary perspectives on reproductive fitness, and recognizing the complexity of factors like diet, testosterone, and sexual orientation.
research The Conception and Evaluation of Sexual Health Literature
The document concludes that better research methods are needed in men's sexual health to provide stronger evidence and improve patient care.
research The Off-Label Use of Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors for Sexual Behavior Management: Risks and Considerations
SSRIs may help manage sexual behavior in dementia patients, but they can cause long-lasting sexual dysfunction.
research Efficacy of Topical Combination of 0.25% Finasteride and 3% Minoxidil Versus 3% Minoxidil Solution in Female Pattern Hair Loss: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Controlled Study
Combination of 0.25% finasteride and 3% minoxidil works better than just 3% minoxidil for increasing hair thickness in women.
research Long-term dutasteride therapy in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia alters glucose and lipid profiles and increases severity of erectile dysfunction
Long-term use of dutasteride for enlarged prostate may worsen blood sugar, cholesterol, and erectile dysfunction.
research `A Dubious Equality': Men, Women and Cosmetic Surgery
The document concludes that cosmetic surgery is still mainly a practice for women and the gender gap in this field is expected to continue.
research Finasteride, not tamsulosin, increases severity of erectile dysfunction and decreases testosterone levels in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia
Finasteride worsens erectile dysfunction and lowers testosterone in men with enlarged prostates, unlike tamsulosin.
research Androgen replacement therapy in women
Androgen replacement therapy can improve libido and mood in women with severe androgen deficiency, but more research is needed on its long-term safety.
research Novel Systematics of Nomenclature and Classification of Female Functional Androgenization (Including Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Non-Classic Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia)
A new system helps better diagnose and treat female androgenization conditions like PCOS.
research Severe impact of late diagnosis of congenital adrenal hyperplasia on gender identity, sexual orientation and function: case report and review of the literature
Late diagnosis of congenital adrenal hyperplasia can greatly affect physical development, gender identity, and sexual health.
research A PAX1 enhancer locus is associated with susceptibility to idiopathic scoliosis in females
A genetic region near the PAX1 gene is linked to a higher risk of scoliosis in females.
research Male Sex Hormones in Andrology Today
Testosterone is key for male sexual function, and treating hormone imbalances can improve sexual issues.
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 Adverse effects of 5α-reductase inhibitors: What do we know, don’t know, and need to know?
5α-reductase inhibitors may cause persistent sexual dysfunction and depression, needing more research on long-term effects.
research Clinical manifestations of polycystic ovary syndrome
PCOS causes hormonal imbalances, irregular periods, and can lead to infertility, obesity, and mental health issues.
research Evaluating 5 alpha reductase inhibitors for the treatment of male androgenic alopecia
Finasteride and dutasteride are effective in treating male hair loss but can cause sexual side effects and birth defects.
research Trazodone and chlorpromazine a proposal treatment for syndrome post-finasteride and syndrome of post-selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (post-SSRI)
Trazodone and chlorpromazine may help treat sexual dysfunction caused by finasteride and SSRIs.