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research Association of Frailty Index with Clinical Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Progression and Serious Adverse Events: The MTOPS Trial
Frailer men have a higher risk of worsening prostate problems and serious health events needing hospital care.
research Do Statins Have Any Impact on the Progression of BPH and LUTS When Combined with Finasteride
Statins do not impact BPH and LUTS progression when combined with finasteride.
research Efficacy Observation of Tamsulosin Combined with Finasteride on Delaying and Preventing the Progression of BPH
Tamsulosin and finasteride together effectively slow down and prevent BPH progression.
research Association of Frailty Index with Clinical BPH Progression and Serious Adverse Events: The MTOPS Trial
Family caregivers take longer to fall asleep and have more sleep disturbances, which may contribute to their health problems.
research Finasteride With Doxazosin To Reduce BPH Progression
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5 / 203 resultscommunity Massive study on finasteride side effects released
The release of a study on 5a-reductase inhibitors (finasteride and dutasteride) which showed an increased risk of depression, dementia, decreased libido, and reduced semen load as potential side effects; discussion around other forms of hair loss treatments such as topical minoxidil, RU58841, or opting to accept baldness; and advice to consider professional help for deeper issues related to hair loss.
community Saw palmetto, eucapil and micro needeling
User noticed receding temples, used minoxidil and microneedling with positive results. Added saw palmetto and eucapil, experienced shedding and thinner hairline, but no side effects.
community Male pattern baldness is not cosmetic.
Male pattern baldness is linked to health risks and should be treated medically. Finasteride is effective and should be insurance-covered.
community Hair Loss Causes Depression. Not Finasteride.
Finasteride and Dutasteride do not cause depression or mood disorders; hair loss itself may be a more significant factor. Some users experience side effects from Finasteride, but it is generally well-tolerated.
community Dut kept my hair but nuked my peepee
A user experienced hair retention but sexual side effects after using dutasteride for a year. Others shared similar experiences with finasteride and dutasteride, suggesting consulting a doctor for persistent issues.