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.
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600-630 / 1000+ results research COVID-19 Severity and Androgen Receptor Polymorphism
Men with more CAG repeats in the androgen receptor gene and lower testosterone levels may experience more severe COVID-19.
research O que sabemos sobre os inibidores da 5 alfa redutase?
Finasteride and dutasteride are effective for male hair loss and enlarged prostate but may cause reversible sexual side effects.
research Knowledge, Prevalence, and Consequences of Dietary Supplements Intake among Iranian Bodybuilders
Iranian bodybuilders often use supplements like vitamins C, D, and whey protein, but they experience side effects like skin rashes and hair loss.
research US Food and Drug Administration Warning Regarding Finasteride and Suicidal Ideation: What Should Urologists Know?
Urologists should screen for mental health issues before and during finasteride treatment.
research Severe hair loss induced by anthrax vaccine and reversed by the treatment with zinc
Zinc can reverse hair loss caused by the anthrax vaccine.
research 5‐Alpha reductase inhibitor related litigation: A legal database review
Most legal cases about 5α-reductase inhibitors, drugs for hair loss and prostate issues, complain about side effects and delayed cancer diagnosis, with most lawsuits settled out of court.
research Drug‐Induced Liver Failure Following Topical Minoxidil: A Case Report
Topical minoxidil can cause severe liver failure.
research Effects of depot medroxyprogesterone acetate, the copper IUD and the levonorgestrel implant on testosterone, sex hormone binding globulin and free testosterone levels: ancillary study of the ECHO randomized clinical trial
The levonorgestrel implant increases free testosterone and lowers SHBG more than DMPA-IM and the copper IUD.
research Safety and quality of life of CDK4/6 inhibitors therapy for hormone receptor-positive, human epidermal growth factor receptor 2-negative advanced breast cancer: a multicenter cross-sectional survey in China
CDK4/6 inhibitors affect safety and quality of life differently, requiring careful use.
research Quality of Life and the Presence of Depression Among Adults with Hair Loss in the South of Saudi Arabia
Hair loss in South Saudi Arabia adults often harms quality of life and leads to depression.
research Long‐Term Efficacy and Safety of Low‐Level Laser Therapy for Androgenetic Alopecia: A 12‐Month Prospective Trial
Low-level laser therapy is a safe and effective long-term treatment for hair loss, improving hair density and thickness.
research Development of the Hair & Scalp CARE questionnaire: Measuring the impact of hair and scalp issues on psychological wellbeing in healthy populations
Healthier hair and scalp improve mental wellbeing.
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 Research Progress on Platelet‐Rich Plasma ( PRP ) in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia
PRP shows promise for hair growth but needs standardized methods for better results.
research Efficacy of Platelet-Rich Plasma in Males With Androgenetic Alopecia
PRP treatment mildly to moderately improves hair loss in most men with AGA.
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 Pharmacokinetics of two different formulations of finasteride (topical and oral) in male volunteers with androgeneic alopecia
Topical finasteride may better target hair follicles without significant benefits over oral form.
research Not the Root of the Problem—Hair Cortisol and Cortisone Do Not Mediate the Effect of Child Maltreatment on Body Mass Index
Child abuse is linked to higher BMI, but not because of hair cortisol or cortisone levels.
research Incel Identity Development: A Scoping Review of Biopsychosocial Markers
Prevention efforts should focus on body image, peer victimization, social programs, and sex education to reduce incel violence.
research Androgenetic alopecia: An update
Two drugs, finasteride and minoxidil, are approved for hair loss treatment, but new therapies are being developed.
research 5α-Reductase Isoenzymes: From Neurosteroid Biosynthesis to Neuropsychiatric Outcomes
Finasteride and dutasteride may cause depression and anxiety, especially in younger men.
research A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo and Active Controlled Phase II Study to Evaluate the Safety and Efficacy of Novel Dutasteride Topical Solution (0.01%, 0.02%, and 0.05% w/v) in Male Subjects With Androgenetic Alopecia
The 0.05% dutasteride topical solution effectively promotes hair growth with fewer side effects than oral treatments.
research Role of oral minoxidil in the treatment of androgenetic alopecia
Low-dose oral minoxidil can help treat male and female pattern hair loss, especially in those who can't use topical treatments or have heart health issues.
research Exploring the efficacy of testosterone undecanoate in male children with 5α‐reductase deficiency
Testosterone undecanoate safely and effectively increased penis size in male children with 5-alpha-reductase deficiency.
research Pharmacovigilance profiles of three generations of mineralocorticoid receptor antagonists and network toxicology analysis
Spironolactone has the most side effects, including serious risks, while eplerenone and finerenone mainly affect the heart, kidneys, and metabolism.
research Gender‐affirming hormone therapy for transgender and gender‐diverse adults in Australia
Gender-affirming hormone therapy improves mental health and gender incongruence but requires careful management of cardiovascular and cancer risks.
research Measuring Patient Quality of Life Following Treatment for Alopecia
Alopecia treatments improve life quality but side effects can lessen this benefit; better use of quality of life measures is needed.
research Improving Quality of Life During Chemotherapy: Cannabinoids, Cryotherapy, and Scalp Cooling
Cannabis, cryotherapy, and scalp cooling can help improve the quality of life for chemotherapy patients.
research The association of medications and supplements with human male reproductive health: a systematic review
Some medications and supplements can affect male fertility, with some improving and others harming sperm quality.