research 5α-Reductase Isoenzymes: From Neurosteroid Biosynthesis to Neuropsychiatric Outcomes
Finasteride and dutasteride may cause depression and anxiety, especially in younger men.
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research Resident macrophages of the lung and liver: The guardians of our tissues
Lung and liver macrophages protect our tissues and their dysfunction can cause various diseases.
research 5α-Reductases In Human Physiology: an Unfolding Story
We need to learn more about 5α-reductases and neuroactive steroids to safely make drugs targeting these enzymes.
research Guidelines on the use of finasteride in androgenetic alopecia
Taking 1 mg of finasteride daily can increase hair count and improve hair appearance, but it may have side effects on sexual function and a potential risk of prostate cancer. It may not be effective for postmenopausal women unless taken in higher doses.
research The Risk of Venous Thromboembolism (VTE) in Men with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Treated with 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors (5ARIs).
Men using 5-alpha reductase inhibitors for prostate issues may have a slightly higher risk of blood clots.
research Controlled clinical trial for evaluation of hair growth with low dose cyclical nutrition therapy in men and women without the use of finasteride
Low dose cyclical nutrition therapy can consistently and safely improve hair growth and density without needing anti-androgens.
research Comparing the therapeutic efficacy of topical minoxidil and finasteride with topical minoxidil and oral finasteride in androgenetic alopecia: a randomized trial
Topical finasteride with minoxidil is effective for treating hair loss and may reduce the need for oral finasteride.
research Tackling Adverse Effects
research Suicidal risk associated with finasteride versus dutasteride among men treated for benign prostatic hyperplasia: nationwide cohort study
Finasteride may increase the risk of suicide or severe self-harm in men with mood disorders but not in the general population.
research Solid microneedle booster as an enhanced microneedling platform for the treatment of androgenetic alopecia
The solid microneedle booster improves hair regrowth and follicle enrichment when used with minoxidil.
research Effect of Platelet-Rich Plasma on Hair Follicle Growth in C57BL/6 Mice
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) speeds up hair growth in mice.
research The interaction between finasteride and corticosterone levels: implications for depression-, and anxiety-like behavior and hippocampal synaptic plasticity in male rats
Chronic finasteride use in male rats doesn't strongly cause depression or anxiety due to adaptive stress hormone changes.
research The 100 most cited articles in androgenetic alopecia: A bibliometric analysis
Recent research on androgenetic alopecia focuses on optimizing treatments, with promising new therapies emerging.
research Wokeness in Our Practice
Dermatologists should address discrimination and consider ethnic and gender differences in treatments.
research Efficacy, safety, and adverse effects of finasteride and dutasteride in treating benign prostatic hyperplasia: A retrospective cohort study
Finasteride and dutasteride are equally effective and safe for treating BPH.
research Hair Loss: Advances and Treatments
research Analysis of 72,469 UK Biobank exomes links rare variants to male-pattern hair loss
Rare genetic variants in five specific genes are linked to male-pattern hair loss but only account for a small part of the risk.
research 5α-Reductases in Human Physiology: An Unfolding Story
Enzymes called 5α-reductases have many body functions and need more research to safely use inhibitors.
research Commonly encountered symptoms and their management in patients with cirrhosis
Cirrhosis affects quality of life with various symptoms, requiring a holistic, multidisciplinary approach for management.
research International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health Clinical Practice Guideline for the Use of Systemic Testosterone for Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder in Women
Testosterone can help premenopausal and postmenopausal women with low sexual desire, but its long-term safety is unclear and it's not widely approved for this use.
research Health Risks Associated with Long-Term Finasteride and Dutasteride Use: It’s Time to Sound the Alarm
Long-term use of finasteride and dutasteride can cause serious health issues like diabetes and liver problems.
research International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health Clinical Practice Guideline for the Use of Systemic Testosterone for Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder in Women
Testosterone therapy is effective and safe for women with low sexual desire, but it's hard to access.
research Anorexia nervosa and reproduction: connecting brain to gonads
Anorexia nervosa can harm fertility and increase pregnancy risks.
research Anabolic–Androgenic Steroids and Brain Damage: A Review of Evidence and Medico-Legal Implications
Anabolic-androgenic steroids can damage the brain, causing mood and cognitive problems.
research Sexual Dysfunction in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS): A Biopsychosocial Approach to Assessment and Management
PCOS causes sexual dysfunction, needing comprehensive treatment.
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 An Updated Etiology of Hair Loss and the New Cosmeceutical Paradigm in Therapy: Clearing ‘the Big Eight Strikes’
New treatments for hair loss should target eight main causes and use specific plant compounds and peptides for better results.
research Back to the beginning: a retrospective review of the early Forums
The document concludes with the creation of a Hair Transplant Foundation after reviewing the early hair transplant techniques and discussions from a forum.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Comprehensive Review of Pathogenesis, Management, and Drug Repurposing
PCOS management includes lifestyle changes and medications, with ongoing research into repurposed drugs for better treatment options.
research Imbalanced redox dynamics induce fibroblast senescence leading to impaired stem cell pools and skin aging
Imbalanced redox dynamics cause skin aging by damaging fibroblasts and stem cells.