research Sexual Dysfunction Related to Drugs: a Critical Review. Part V: α-Blocker and 5-ARI Drugs
α-Blockers and 5-ARIs for BPH can cause sexual dysfunction, including erectile and ejaculatory issues.
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research Age-Related Differences for Male-to-Female Transgender Patients Undergoing Gender-Affirming Surgery
Younger transgender women have surgery earlier, are mostly attracted to men, and show more preoperative depression that improves after surgery compared to older transgender women.
research 42889 Long-term efficacy and safety of dutasteride in Korean men with androgenetic alopecia: 5-year follow-up data exhibiting clinical improvement with sustained efficacy
Dutasteride is safe and effective long-term for male hair loss.
research Neuroactive Steroid Levels are Modified in Cerebrospinal Fluid and Plasma of Post‐Finasteride Patients Showing Persistent Sexual Side Effects and Anxious/Depressive Symptomatology
Finasteride use changes brain chemicals, causing lasting sexual issues and anxiety/depression.
research An Old Problem with a New Cause-5 Alpha Reductase Inhibitors and Persistent Sexual Dysfunction
Hair loss drugs like finasteride may cause lasting sexual and mood side effects, and more research is needed to understand these risks.
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 DIHYDROTESTOSTERONE AND THE PROSTATE: THE SCIENTIFIC RATIONALE FOR 5α-REDUCTASE INHIBITORS IN THE TREATMENT OF BENIGN PROSTATIC HYPERPLASIA
Drugs that block DHT production can effectively treat enlarged prostate and improve urinary issues with some sexual side effects.
research Finasteride
Man experienced sexual dysfunction, depression, breast growth, and skin discoloration after taking finasteride for hair loss.
research Finasteride Side Effects and Post-Finasteride Syndrome in Male Androgenic Alopecia
Finasteride can cause serious physical, mental, and sexual side effects, even after stopping the treatment.
research Efficacy and Side Effects of Drugs Commonly Used for the Treatment of Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms Associated With Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Different drugs for prostate-related urinary symptoms work but have various side effects, and treatment should be tailored to the individual.
research Discriminating in favour of or against men with increased risk of finasteride-related side effects?
Finasteride treats baldness but may cause lasting sexual side effects.
research Correction: Comment on “The post-finasteride syndrome: possible etiological mechanisms and symptoms”
The author had undisclosed conflicts of interest related to the original article on post-finasteride syndrome.
research WS PRO 160 I 120 mg (a combination of sabal and urtica extract) in patients with LUTS related to BPH
WS PRO 160 I 120 mg effectively treats urinary symptoms from BPH with good safety and tolerability.
research Treatment of female sexual dysfunction in postmenopausal women—What is the evidence?
Hormonal changes and psychological issues can cause sexual dysfunction in postmenopausal women. Behavioral therapy is recommended first, with hormone replacement helping some symptoms but not libido. Testosterone can improve libido, but its effects on overall sexual function are unclear. Emotional and relationship issues should be addressed before using medication, and the benefits and risks of testosterone supplementation should be considered.
research The role of dutasteride in the treatment of benign prostatic obstruction and related conditions
Dutasteride effectively treats benign prostatic obstruction, improves urinary flow, reduces prostate size, and may prevent prostate cancer, but can cause sexual side effects.
research TRANSTORNOS DISSOCIATIVOS EM PACIENTES VÍTIMAS DE ABUSO SEXUAL NA INFÂNCIA
Passiflora incarnata may help with anxiety but has risks and drug interactions.
There's a genetic link between Fragile X Syndrome and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
6.7% of urine cultures showed hospital-acquired urinary tract infections.
Children used screens more during COVID-19, causing various health complaints.
Autism Spectrum Disorder is often underdiagnosed in females.
Dissociative disorders in childhood sexual abuse victims are more common in males.
Most pregnant teenagers are not dissatisfied with their body image but worry about weight.
Diagnosing tuberculosis after knee surgery is challenging due to non-specific symptoms.
Post-COVID-19 syndrome is more common in older, severely affected patients.
Psychiatrists should be part of pain management teams due to the psychological aspects of pain.
research Depression common with sexual dysfunction after finasteride
Finasteride users with sexual issues often experience depression.
research Effects of polycystic ovary syndrome on health-related quality of life
PCOS lowers quality of life, causing issues like obesity, infertility, and menstrual problems.
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 Post-finasteride syndrome
Finasteride may cause lasting sexual, mental, and physical symptoms; use with caution.
research Incidence of serious infectious events with methotrexate treatment: Metaanalysis of randomized controlled trials
Methotrexate treatment for rheumatoid arthritis has a serious infection rate of about two per 100 patient-years.
research Sessualità e sindrome dell’ovaio policistico
Women with PCOS are more likely to experience sexual dysfunction, but lifestyle changes and weight loss can improve sexual function.
research Current Literature Review
The document suggests that finasteride may cause depression and suicidal thoughts, while prostate surgery does not harm sexual health.
research Abstracts
The document concludes that misdiagnosis in skin conditions is common, certain treatments can cause allergic reactions, and some skin symptoms are linked to leukemia, especially in certain Japanese regions.
research Finasteride
Finasteride treats enlarged prostate, improves urinary flow, but may cause sexual side effects.
research Dutasteride: A Review of its Use in the Management of Prostate Disorders
Dutasteride is effective for treating prostate enlargement and reducing related surgery risk, but is not approved for preventing prostate cancer.
research Focus sulla finasteride: efficacia, meccanismi e raccomandazioni per l'uso clinico
Finasteride effectively treats benign prostatic hyperplasia by reducing prostate size and improving urinary symptoms.
research Seasonal Patterns and Trends in Dermatoses in Poland
In Poland, people search more for certain skin conditions depending on the season, and despite more STD infections, searches for them have decreased, suggesting a need for better sexual education.
research Group A Streptococcal Sepsis and Arthritis
A woman got a serious strep infection from an IUD, likely passed from her husband's infected throat during sexual activity.
research Dutasteride
Dutasteride effectively treats enlarged prostate, reduces prostate cancer risk, and promotes hair regrowth with few side effects.