Finasteride And Androgenetic Alopecia: Seeking A Therapeutic Approach Based On Comprehensive Men's Health Care
January 2017
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Revista da Universidade Vale do Rio Verde
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TLDR Finasteride is commonly used for male pattern hair loss but has potential risks, including irreversible sexual dysfunction.
The document from 6 years ago discussed the common issue of hair loss and baldness, specifically androgenetic alopecia, and the increasing demand for its treatment due to significant psychological and economic effects. It highlighted the common use of low-dose finasteride as a treatment, but also noted the ongoing debate about its benefits and risks, particularly the potential for irreversible sexual dysfunction. The document emphasized that large studies had conflicting findings about the impacts of finasteride on male health. It proposed an analysis of the issue from the perspective of comprehensive men's health care, discussing associated topics such as patient-health service interaction, anxiety, depression, libido, erectile dysfunction, and infertility.
