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GlossaryAromatase Inhibitors

block estrogen production by inhibiting the aromatase enzyme

Aromatase Inhibitors (AIs) are a class of drugs that block the enzyme aromatase, which is responsible for converting androgens into estrogens. By reducing estrogen levels, AIs are commonly used in the treatment of hormone-receptor-positive breast cancer in postmenopausal women, as estrogen can promote the growth of certain types of breast cancer cells.

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research Effects of Aromatase Inhibitors on Human Osteoblast and Osteoblast-Like Cells: A Possible Androgenic Bone Protective Effect Induced by Exemestane

50 citations , December 2006 in “Bone”

Exemestane may protect bones by stimulating osteoblast growth through androgen-related pathways.

research Intracrine Testosterone Activation in Human Pancreatic Beta-Cells Stimulates Insulin Secretion

11 citations , August 2020 in “Diabetes”

Testosterone helps human pancreatic cells increase insulin release.

research Aromatase Inhibitors Induce Male Pattern Hair Loss in Women

19 citations , May 2013 in “Annals of Oncology”

Aromatase inhibitors cause male pattern hair loss in women.

research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Infertility: An Update

26 citations , July 2021 in “International journal of adolescent medicine and health”

New treatments for PCOS are improving fertility and managing symptoms better.

research Treatment Options for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

514 citations , February 2011 in “International journal of women's health”

Different treatments for PCOS focus on the specific symptoms, with weight loss and lifestyle changes being important.

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community Finasteride increase in Estradiol?

in Update 17 upvotes 2 years ago

A user experienced increased estradiol, nipple tenderness, and ED after taking finasteride. They are considering dose reduction to mitigate these effects.

community So depressed and upset with how much progress I’ve lost

in Chat 51 upvotes 2 years ago

A 20-year-old started taking finasteride for hair loss at 18, saw improvement, but developed erectile dysfunction (ED) after taking accutane. Despite stopping both medications, ED persisted, and hair loss worsened. Advice given includes considering tadalafil for ED, resuming finasteride, using minoxidil, and addressing psychological factors through positive thinking and lifestyle changes.

community Theory And Observation: Why Being Bald Can Really Work

in Shaved/buzzed 88 upvotes 2 years ago

The original poster believes shaving his head made him more attractive to a specific group of women, despite being less attractive overall. The conversation includes various opinions on attractiveness, with some agreeing that being bald can work for certain men, while others suggest maintaining hair is generally more appealing.

community Just found a little hard lump under my left nipple, it’s over

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 12 upvotes 1 year ago

A user experienced a hard lump under their nipple and increased hair loss after four months of finasteride. They are concerned about the lump and plan to stop the treatment.

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.

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