research The Neurobiology of Sexual Function
Testosterone is important for men's sexual function, may help some women's sexual desire, while other hormones and neurotransmitters also play complex roles in sexual behavior.
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research Abstracts from the current global literature: Finasteride and sexual dysfunction
Finasteride, a hair loss drug, can cause sexual side effects like erectile dysfunction in 2.1%-3.8% of users, but these usually go away with time or if the drug is stopped. Despite this, its impact on sexual function is minimal for most men.
research Immunohistochemical Evaluation of Androgen Receptor and Nerve Structure Density in Human Prepuce from Patients with Persistent Sexual Side Effects after Finasteride Use for Androgenetic Alopecia
Finasteride, a hair loss drug, may cause long-term sexual side effects due to changes in hormone receptor levels.
research Duration of finasteride and dutasteride treatment linked to long-term erectile dysfunction
Long use of finasteride and dutasteride can cause long-term erection problems.
research 5α-Reductase inhibitors in androgenetic alopecia
Finasteride and dutasteride effectively treat hair loss in men and women, but may cause side effects like low libido and depression.
research The efficacy and safety of 5α-reductase inhibitors in androgenetic alopecia: a network meta-analysis and benefit–risk assessment of finasteride and dutasteride
Finasteride and dutasteride effectively treat hair loss, but may cause side effects like sexual dysfunction and depression.
research Safety Profile of Finasteride: Distribution of Adverse Effects According to Structural and Informational Dichotomies of the Mind/Brain
Finasteride can cause sexual dysfunction and depression, which may persist and require hormonal treatment.
research Effects of 5-alpha reductase inhibitors
5-alpha reductase inhibitors can cause sexual, neurologic, endocrine, and cardiovascular side effects, but these are rare and usually stop after ending treatment.
research Clinical Evaluation of Women Presenting with Low Libido and Determination of Whether Androgen Therapy Might Be Appropriate
Androgen therapy might help some women with low libido, but it has risks and should be used carefully.
research Adverse Effects of 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitor Therapy in Men With Androgenetic Alopecia: Is There Cause for Concern?
5-alpha reductase inhibitors may cause sexual side effects, breast complications, and other health risks in men with hair loss.
research Testosterone Improves Antidepressant‐Emergent Loss of Libido in Women: Findings from a Randomized, Double‐Blind, Placebo‐Controlled Trial
Testosterone may help increase sexual events for women with low libido due to antidepressants.
research Response to Article “Depression Circumstantially Related to the Administration of Finasteride for Androgenetic Alopecia” (J Dermatol, 29, 665-669, 2002)
Finasteride's link to depression is questionable due to study flaws and potential bias.
research A Review of the FAERS Data on 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors: Implications for Postfinasteride Syndrome
The review suggests younger men taking 1 mg finasteride report more side effects, including sexual, skin, metabolic, and psychological issues.
research Long-term safety and efficacy of dutasteride in the treatment of male patients with androgenetic alopecia
Dutasteride safely promotes hair growth and reduces hair loss, with mild side effects.
research Differences in reproductive toxicology between alopecia drugs: an analysis on adverse events among female and male cases
Finasteride has a higher risk of reproductive side effects than minoxidil.
research Nocebo effect in Dermatology
Negative expectations can cause adverse effects in dermatology treatments, like with finasteride for baldness, and careful communication can help reduce these nocebo responses.
research Efectos adversos de finasteride: mitos y realidades. Una revisión actualizada
Finasteride can cause sexual dysfunction, sperm changes, and affect bone density and metabolism.
research Ongoing Concerns Regarding Finasteride for the Treatment of Male-Pattern Androgenetic Alopecia
Finasteride may cause side effects; more research needed.
research The manosphere and men's health: unpacking the links between online communities, body dysmorphia and erectile dysfunction
Young men's erectile dysfunction is linked to mental health issues and risky behaviors promoted by online communities, highlighting the need for better mental health support and healthy masculinity standards.
research Finasteride and Dutasteride in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia: Risk or Benefit?
Finasteride and dutasteride may help prevent hair loss but could cause side effects like sexual dysfunction and psychological issues.
research RETIRED: Managing Menopause Chapter 8 Sexuality and Menopause
Menopause often leads to lower sexual desire and discomfort during sex, but treatment should be personalized and only if it bothers the woman.
research Síndrome postfinasterida y disfunción eréctil. Caso clínico y revisión de la literatura
Post-finasteride syndrome can cause sexual and systemic side effects, and patients should be informed about these risks.
research Finasteride-its impact on sexual function and prostate cancer
Finasteride reduces prostate cancer risk but may affect ejaculatory volume and requires careful consideration for young men.
research Practical Geriatrics: Men's Sexual Health After Midlife
Older men should openly discuss sexual health with doctors to improve their quality of life.
research 124 The Persistent Effects of 5α-reductase Inhibitors Used in the Treatment of Androgenic Alopecia on Men’s Health
Using 5α-reductase inhibitors for hair loss can cause lasting sexual, physical, mental, and vascular health issues in men, even after stopping the medication.
research Wider clinical applications of fumaric acid esters: A useful option in psoriasis patients with multiple sclerosis
Finasteride for hair loss in young men may significantly increase the risk of sexual dysfunction.
research A Gender Hypothesis of sex disparities in adverse drug events
Gendered social factors, not just biology, contribute to sex differences in adverse drug events.
research Evaluation of residual symptoms and anxiety among patients on therapy for benign prostatic hyperplasia at a Nigerian tertiary healthcare facility
Many patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia experience high anxiety and residual symptoms, needing better anxiety management.
research Adverse effects of finasteride in men treated for benign prostatic hyperplasia and androgenetic alopecia - a literature review
Finasteride can cause sexual and psychological side effects, but these usually reverse after stopping the medication.
research PROLACTIN AND HYPERPROLACTINAEMIA IN FEMALE REPRODUCTIVE ENDOCRINOLOGY – AN UPDATE
Too much prolactin can cause menstrual problems, infertility, and sexual issues in women.