March 2012 in “Faculty Opinions – Post-Publication Peer Review of the Biomedical Literature” Hair loss can be an early sign of prostate enlargement.
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January 2010 in “Endocrine Regulations” Taking 1mg of finasteride daily can mildly improve metabolic health and glucose regulation in men with male pattern baldness.
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June 2017 in “Asian journal of urology” Family doctors can manage older men with urinary symptoms using exams, tests, and medications.
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January 2010 in “Acta Chirurgica Iugoslavica” Higher urethral PSA levels after prostate removal may be linked to more scalp hair loss and more PSA in urethral glands.
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November 2023 in “American Journal of Men s Health” Improving prostate and urinary health can enhance sexual function and mental well-being in older men.
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November 2023 in “International Journal of Preventive Medicine and Health (IJPMH)” The Unani Pharmacopoeia-Based Formulation significantly improved symptoms of enlarged prostate in rats.
November 2013 in “International Journal of Dermatology” New skin lesions on the scrotum or vulva in patients with a history of internal cancer could indicate rare skin metastasis.
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September 2011 in “Der Urologe” Prostate cancer prevention now focuses on healthy diets and some medications, not vitamins.
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October 2020 in “eLife” Higher testosterone levels can increase the risk of certain diseases like type 2 diabetes in women and prostate cancer in men, but can also protect against autoimmune diseases and hair loss. It also affects body fat and bone density.
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May 2021 in “Prostate Cancer and Prostatic Diseases” COVID-19 might worsen symptoms and progression of benign prostatic hyperplasia, possibly due to inflammation and metabolic disturbances in the prostate gland. More research is needed to confirm this.
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January 2019 in “Pharmaceutical biology” Lespedeza cuneata extract may help treat enlarged prostate.
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December 2014 in “PubMed” Finasteride, a hair loss drug, may cause sexual dysfunction and depression, but these effects are usually temporary and the drug is generally safe. More research is needed.
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September 2022 in “Communications biology” Omega-6 fats in certain cells boost male hormone production.
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November 2022 in “Biosensors” A new, efficient method has been developed to detect darolutamide and thalidomide, drugs used for certain hair loss and prostate cancer treatments, in pharmaceuticals and body fluids.
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October 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Finasteride is more effective and satisfactory than montelukast for treating moderate acne in women.
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September 2020 Long-term high testosterone levels can improve bone density and reduce body fat but may increase the risk of prostate cancer and high blood pressure.
July 2025 in “Journal of Education Health and Sport” Androgenetic alopecia may indicate higher risk for certain diseases and mental health issues.
January 2025 in “Nutrients” Genetic factors and diet significantly increase the risk of male pattern baldness.
December 2024 in “Frontiers in Neurology” Testosterone with finasteride improved muscle and bone health in men with spinal cord injury.
Increased free testosterone can lead to stronger bones and less body fat but also higher risks of prostate cancer, hair loss, spine issues, and high blood pressure.
38 citations
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January 2020 in “Cell Transplantation” Targeting ACE2 and TMPRSS2 may help prevent or treat COVID-19 in cancer patients.
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October 2009 in “Journal of biological chemistry/The Journal of biological chemistry” Two new compounds were found to build bone and muscle without affecting reproductive organs and skin oil glands.
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May 2021 in “Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Medicine” Different ACE2 gene versions may affect COVID-19 impact based on age and suggest some hair loss drugs could be potential treatments.
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April 2020 in “Reports of Practical Oncology & Radiotherapy” Prostate cancer patients need early psychological and sexual support during radiotherapy to improve their quality of life.
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November 2005 in “Journal of Andrology” The meeting highlighted promising genetic treatments for male fertility issues but noted concerns about certain cancer risks and ICSI safety.
April 2021 in “IntechOpen eBooks” Androgens, male hormones, affect physical and mental functions, with a decrease leading to health issues like muscle loss, bone disease, and depression, and more research is needed on long-term effects and treatments.
November 2025 in “BMC Urology” Larger prostate size, longer surgery, and smoking increase risks, while finasteride and experienced surgeons reduce them during prostate surgery.
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January 2008 in “Drugs” Dutasteride effectively treats enlarged prostate, reduces prostate cancer risk, and promotes hair regrowth with few side effects.
40 citations
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April 1999 in “Drugs” Finasteride treats enlarged prostate, improves urinary flow, but may cause sexual side effects.
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April 2014 in “Oncotarget” Minoxidil can reduce functions related to androgen receptors.