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GlossaryAnastrozole

medication that reduces estrogen production to treat breast cancer

Anastrozole, also known by the brand name Arimidex, is a medication primarily used to treat breast cancer in postmenopausal women. It works by inhibiting the enzyme aromatase, which reduces the production of estrogen, a hormone that can promote the growth of certain types of breast cancer.

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research Effects of Testosterone on the Expression of Connexin 26 and Connexin 43 in the Uterus of Rats During Early Pregnancy

5 citations , January 2020 in “in Vivo”

Testosterone changes important cell communication proteins in pregnant rats' uteruses, which might affect pregnancy success.

research Rare Presentation of Precocious Puberty Secondary to LH-Secreting Adenoma

November 2022 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society”

An 8-year-old boy's early puberty was caused by a rare hormone-secreting brain tumor, which was successfully treated with surgery.

research Successful Virilization of a PAIS Patient with a Missense Mutation in the Ligand-Binding Domain of the Androgen Receptor Using Combined High-Dose Testosterone and Aromatase Inhibitor

April 2019 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society”

A 12-year-old boy with PAIS successfully developed male characteristics using high-dose testosterone and anastrozole.

research Fulvestrant: A New Treatment Option for Advanced Breast Cancer - Tolerability Versus Existing Agents

67 citations , October 2005 in “Annals of Oncology”

Fulvestrant is a well-tolerated new treatment for advanced breast cancer that may delay chemotherapy.

research Study on the Mechanism That SNPs Related to Sex Hormone Metabolism Regulate the Imbalance of Sex Hormones and Lead to BPH in Rats

December 2025

Combined finasteride and anastrozole therapy effectively treats BPH, influenced by hormone imbalances and genetics.

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community 3 months on 1 mg of finasteride

in Progress Pictures 107 upvotes 2 years ago

User shares 3-month progress on 1 mg finasteride daily, experiencing increased appetite as a side effect. They also use microneedling, topical minoxidil, and mielle rosemary mint scalp and hair strengthening oil.

community will long term 5ar inhibition alter my physical appearance?

in Treatment 2 upvotes 1 year ago

A 19-year-old concerned about long-term effects of 5AR inhibitors on physical appearance. They have used finasteride and plan to try dutasteride or RU58841; responses suggest improved skin, hair, and confidence.

community Gyno & testoterone level

Warta_B in Finasteride 282 upvotes 1 year ago

Switching from finasteride to dutasteride and back to finasteride led to gynecomastia and fatigue, likely due to hormonal imbalances. Suggested treatments include Tamoxifen, Raloxifene, or low-dose Anastrozole, with a recommendation to test testosterone and estradiol levels.

community Gained weight on fin but Estradiol is in normal range?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 upvotes 1 year ago

A user gained 10-12 kg after starting finasteride but found their estrogen levels to be within the normal range. They are concerned about potential gynecomastia but are reassured by their lab results.

community Keep Your Expectations Low when Using Fin

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 144 upvotes 1 year ago

Finasteride is not a miracle drug; results vary widely, with only 2/5 getting good results. Combining treatments like minoxidil and finasteride may help, but expectations should remain low.

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