research The therapeutic use of androgens in women
Testosterone replacement may improve sexual desire and bone health in women with low androgen levels, but more research is needed on its long-term safety.
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research Androgen treatment of postmenopausal women
Testosterone therapy can improve sexual desire and function in postmenopausal women but should be used cautiously and not based solely on testosterone levels.
research The clinical management of testosterone replacement therapy in postmenopausal women with hypoactive sexual desire disorder: a review
Testosterone Replacement Therapy can improve sexual health in postmenopausal women with low sexual desire, but more research is needed on its long-term effects.
research British Menopause Society Tools for Clinicians: Testosterone replacement in menopause.
Testosterone replacement can help menopausal women with various symptoms, but should be used carefully and is not yet officially licensed in the UK for women.
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 Effect of dutasteride 0.5 mg/d in men with androgenetic alopecia recalcitrant to finasteride
Dutasteride helps hair growth in those unresponsive to finasteride, but may cause more sexual dysfunction.
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 Global photographic assessment of men aged 18 to 60 years with male pattern hair loss receiving finasteride 1 mg or placebo
Finasteride significantly improves hair growth but may cause sexual side effects.
research Maximum Efficacy of Finasteride Is Obtained within 6 Months and Maintained over 6 Years
Finasteride works best in 6 months and lasts 6 years.
research 5‐Alpha reductase inhibitors in androgenetic alopecia: Shifting paradigms, current concepts, comparative efficacy, and safety
Dutasteride works better than finasteride for hair loss, with both being safe to use.
research Distinct Transcriptional Profiles of the Female, Male, and Finasteride-Induced Feminized Male Anogenital Region in Rat Fetuses
Finasteride exposure affects gene expression and anogenital distance in male rat fetuses.
research The tendency towards the development of psychosexual disorders in androgenetic alopecia according to the different stages of hair loss: a cross-sectional study
More hair loss leads to higher risk of psychosexual disorders, especially in women.
research The Mossman–Pacey Paradox
Men using steroids or finasteride to look more attractive may harm their fertility and sexual function, creating a paradox where they seem fit but may be less able to reproduce.
research Re: Risk of Erectile Dysfunction Associated with Use of 5α-Reductase Inhibitors for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia or Alopecia: Population Based Studies Using the Clinical Practice Research Datalink
Using finasteride for hair loss or prostate issues does not significantly raise the risk of erectile dysfunction.
research 5α-Reductase inhibitors in men aged 50 years or older with androgenetic alopecia: A retrospective study
5ARI treatment improves hair growth in older men with minimal side effects.
research 105 Spironolactone May be a Cause of Hormonally Associated Vestibulodynia and Female Genital Arousal Disorder
Spironolactone may cause sexual pain and arousal issues in women, which can improve after stopping the drug and using hormone cream.
research Sexual transmission of a new emerging dermatophyte: T. Mentagrophytes genotype VII
Trichophyton mentagrophytes genotype VII is a sexually transmitted fungus causing skin issues, mainly among men who have sex with men in Europe, and requires quick treatment.
research Multidimensional assessment of adverse events of finasteride：a real-world pharmacovigilance analysis based on FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS) from 2004 to April 2024
Finasteride can cause long-term side effects like sexual dysfunction and depression.
research Finasteride: suicidality or psychological adverse events
Finasteride use linked to increased suicidality in patients under 45.
research Systematic review: depression, suicidal ideation with finasteride
Finasteride increases risk of depression, possibly suicidal thoughts, and sexual dysfunction.
research Chapter 7 Reproductive Dysfunction in Women with Epilepsy
Epilepsy and certain epilepsy drugs can lead to reproductive problems in women, but changing medication might improve these issues.
research The rationale for physiological testosterone replacement in women
Testosterone replacement may help post-menopausal women with androgen insufficiency, but more research is needed on its benefits and risks.
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 Testosterone Treatment in Women – An Overview
Testosterone treatment can improve sexual function and bone density in women but may have adverse effects and requires more research on safety and guidelines.
research The role of androgens in hormone replacement therapy
Androgen therapy can help with symptoms like low libido in women, but more research is needed to understand its long-term safety and effects on health.
research Sexual Dysfunction in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS): A Biopsychosocial Approach to Assessment and Management
PCOS causes sexual dysfunction, needing comprehensive treatment.
research Prostatic irradiation-induced sexual dysfunction: A review and multidisciplinary guide to management in the radical radiotherapy era (Part III on Psychosexual Therapy and the Masculine Self-Esteem)
Prostate cancer patients need early psychological and sexual support during radiotherapy to improve their quality of life.
research Maternal androgen excess significantly impairs sexual behavior in male and female mouse offspring: Perspective for a biological origin of sexual dysfunction in PCOS
Too much male hormone in mothers can negatively affect the sexual behavior of both male and female baby mice.
research Standards of Care for the Health of Transsexual, Transgender, and Gender-Nonconforming People, Version 7
The guidelines recommend informed consent for gender-affirming treatments and stress the importance of personalized, culturally sensitive care for transgender individuals.
research Adverse Side Effects of 5α‐Reductase Inhibitors Therapy: Persistent Diminished Libido and Erectile Dysfunction and Depression in a Subset of Patients
Some patients taking finasteride or dutasteride may have ongoing sexual problems and depression even after stopping the medication.