research Long-term oral exposure to finasteride and different doses of minoxidil induces testicular and epididymal alterations in adult Balb/c mice
Long-term use of finasteride and minoxidil may harm male reproductive health in mice.
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Finasteride significantly reduced sperm production and caused testicular atrophy in hamsters.
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research Differential transcriptome study on the damage of testicular tissues caused by chronic infection of T. gondii in mice
Chronic T. gondii infection may harm male fertility.
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Finasteride causes reproductive changes in male rats.
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5 / 1000+ resultscommunity Andrew Schulz stated he had been using a ‘’hair pill’’ for 15 years and it may have caused him infertility
The conversation discusses the potential link between hair loss treatment pills, specifically finasteride, and infertility. Users share their experiences and opinions, with some suggesting that finasteride can temporarily lower sperm count, while others argue that other factors like age and lifestyle could also contribute to infertility.
community Physician here AMA – 30M oral Fin 1-1.25 mg daily
Hair loss treatments, specifically the use of finasteride, microneedling and potentially oral minoxidil. People discussed their experiences with finasteride, its effects on sexual behaviors, as well as potential solutions such as tadalafil or using other growth factor signal peptides for hope in curing male pattern baldness.
community Trying to understand finasteride side effects and post finasteride syndrome
The conversation discusses the side effects of finasteride, including low libido and erectile dysfunction, and the possibility of these effects being permanent, known as post-finasteride syndrome (PFS). Some users report personal experiences with PFS and debate whether the condition is real, with varying opinions on the reversibility of side effects and the role of individual biology.
community Doctor says i shouldn't take fin because its "hormonal"
A user in Turkey was advised by a dermatologist to avoid finasteride due to its hormonal effects and was prescribed minoxidil, shampoo, and vitamins instead. The user is considering seeking another doctor's opinion or buying finasteride directly from a pharmacy.
community Testicular ultrasound is it necessary to do?
A 25-year-old male experienced increased testosterone and estradiol levels after starting finasteride for hair loss, leading his doctor to suggest a testicular ultrasound as a precaution. The user questions the necessity of the ultrasound, considering it potentially excessive, while others suggest it could be a useful precaution to rule out any issues.
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