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January 2018 in “Asian Journal of Andrology” Dutasteride caused more penile tissue changes than finasteride, possibly increasing erectile dysfunction risk.
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April 2013 in “Sexual medicine reviews” 5-alpha reductase inhibitors slightly increase the risk of sexual and mood side effects, and breast growth in men.
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April 2001 in “PubMed” Vaniqa cream slows unwanted facial hair growth in women.
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January 2016 in “Andrology” Cialis and Finasteride could be repurposed to treat aggressive melanoma.
January 2025 in “Indian Journal of Animal Research” Herbal supplements improved semen quality in bulls.
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January 2017 in “Corpus Université Laval (Université Laval)” Dutasteride may protect brain cells in early Parkinson's, while progesterone helps neuron recovery.
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April 2016 in “Research and reports in urology” The new saw palmetto extract effectively inhibits an enzyme linked to prostate enlargement and may be as good as standard treatments.
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August 2012 in “Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics” Finasteride can help induce ovulation and lead to a healthy birth in some women.
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September 2025 in “PLoS ONE” Certain drugs may cause vitiligo, so patients should be monitored.
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October 2022 in “Springer eBooks” Testosterone is key for male sexual function, and treating hormone imbalances can improve sexual issues.
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