research The Over‐The‐Counter Finasteride Alternative: A Critical Review of Saw Palmetto's Efficacy, Safety, and Regulatory Concerns
Saw palmetto is less effective than finasteride and lacks regulation, raising safety and efficacy concerns.
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research Minimally Invasive Non-Surgical Therapies for Androgenetic Alopecia: A Narrative Review of Clinical Evidence for Regenerative and Locally Acting Antiandrogen Treatments
Platelet-rich plasma, microneedling with minoxidil, and topical finasteride are promising treatments for hair loss.
research A new way to restore tumour suppressor function
New treatments may restore cancer-blocking proteins, slow prostate cancer, identify drug targets, and potentially regrow hair.
research Treatment and noninvasive clinical assessment of androgenetic alopecia
research Urinary Retention in Patients with BPH Treated with Finasteride or Placebo over 4 Years
Finasteride lowers risk of urinary issues and surgery by over 50% in 4 years.
research Economic analysis of finasteride: A model-based approach using data from the Proscar long-term efficacy and safety study
Finasteride is a cost-effective option for treating BPH, reducing risk of urinary issues and surgery.
research Prostaglandins in androgenetic alopecia in 12 men and four female
research Remodel the perifollicular microenvironment via Minoxidil-loaded microneedle patch and cold atmospheric plasma for treating androgenetic alopecia
Minoxidil patches and cold plasma may help treat hair loss.
research Finasteride Topical Delivery Systems for Androgenetic Alopecia
Topical finasteride can effectively treat male pattern baldness with fewer side effects than oral use.
research Theoretical Evaluation of Twenty-Cannabinoid Derivatives on Either Androgen Receptor or 5α-Reductase Enzyme
Some cannabinoid derivatives may be more effective than current drugs at targeting proteins relevant to prostate cancer treatment.
research Intracavernous injection of platelet‐rich plasma reverses erectile dysfunction of chronic cavernous nerve degeneration through reduction of prostate hyperplasia evidence from an aging‐induced erectile dysfunction rat model
Platelet-rich plasma can improve erectile function in older individuals by reducing prostate enlargement.
research PSA concentration change in men taking low dose finasteride and dutasteride for male androgenetic alopecia
research Nutritional Pharmacology and Mechanistic Insights of Saw Palmetto in Male Endocrine and Prostatic Disorders
Saw Palmetto, especially with Lycopene, L-Arginine, and Astaxanthin, improves male health by balancing hormones and boosting energy.
research Urological Oncology: Testis Cancer and Advances in Oncological Therapy
Finasteride lowers PSA levels in men, certain factors increase testicular cancer risk, and current guidelines for penile cancer may lead to unnecessary surgeries.
research In Silico Screening of DrugBank Compounds as Potential Inhibitors for Human Steroid 5α-Reductase 2 for Androgen-Related Diseases
Stiripentol shows promise as a potential treatment for androgen-related diseases but needs more testing.
research Prostate cancer update: 2007
In 2007, prostate cancer research improved understanding of risk, diagnosis, and treatment, but also showed heart risks with certain therapies and the need for personalized care.
research ISID0652 – Efficacy comparison of photobiomodulation devices in the treatment of androgenetic alopecia
research Combination Therapy with 308-nm Excimer Laser, Compound Glycyrrhizin, and Tacrolimus for Pediatric Facial and Cervical Vitiligo
The combination therapy is safe and more effective for treating pediatric facial and cervical vitiligo.
research Effect of dutasteride on the detection of prostate cancer in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia.
Dutasteride may lower the chance of finding prostate cancer in men with enlarged prostates.
research Successful Treatment of Scalp Micropigmentation With 1064 nm Picosecond Nd:YAG Laser
Laser safely and effectively removes unwanted scalp micropigmentation.
research Evaluating the safety profile of α-1 blockers, 5α-reductase inhibitors, and PDE5I for BPH: a disproportionality analysis of real-world adverse events based on FDA adverse event reporting system (FAERS)
These medications for BPH have known risks and may have new side effects.
research Contents
Men are increasingly interested in cosmetic treatments that enhance masculinity and address aging without downtime, with tailored approaches for different ethnicities and a focus on hair restoration and body contouring.
research Home intense pulsed light (IPL) device is a useful tool to decrease hair burden in pilonidal patients – a case series
Home IPL devices safely and effectively reduce hair and prevent pilonidal disease recurrence.
research The clinical development of a 5α-reductase inhibitor, finasteride
Finasteride effectively treats BPH, but needs more trials to understand potential.
research QUALITY ASSESSMENT OF HERBAL MEDICINAL PRODUCTS IN BENIGN PROSTATE HYPERTROPHY: CHEMICAL MARKERS AND FINGERPRINT ANALYSIS
Herbal products for benign prostate hypertrophy need better quality checks to ensure safety and effectiveness.
research EFFECTS OF FESOTERODINE, A NOVEL ANTIMUSCARINIC, ALONE AND IN COMBINATION WITH AN α-RECEPTOR BLOCKER, DOXAZOSIN, ON BLADDER FUNCTION IN OBSTRUCTED RATS
Combination therapy with fesoterodine and doxazosin improves bladder function and delays BPH progression.
research Hair removal with the long-pulse alexandrite laser
The long-pulse alexandrite laser effectively removes hair permanently.
research Basic Scientists Investigate Biochemical Basis of Ancient Chinese Medicines
Green tea extract and cycling hormone treatments may help treat advanced prostate cancer.
research Identification of Metabolites for the Novel 5α‐Reductase Inhibitor Epristeride In Vitro and Its Potential Impact on Doping Testing
Epristeride's metabolism involves key metabolites and proteins, affecting its use in doping tests.
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.