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research Hair shaft abnormalities after chemotherapy and tamoxifen therapy in patients with breast cancer evaluated by optical coherence tomography
Chemotherapy can cause significant hair thinning and changes in hair texture, while tamoxifen has a smaller effect.
research Safety of testosterone treatment in postmenopausal women
Testosterone therapy seems safe for postmenopausal women for a few years, but more research is needed for long-term effects.
research Síndrome do nevo de Becker
The document reports the first Brazilian case of a girl with Becker nevus syndrome, characterized by skin changes, breast underdevelopment, and scoliosis.
research Abstract 1835: Development of mammary hyperplasia, dysplasia, and invasive ductal carcinoma in transgenic mice expressing the 8p11 amplicon oncogene NSD3 (WHSC1L1)
Overexpressing NSD3 in mice causes breast cancer-like tumors and gland abnormalities.
research Characteristics of finasteride users in comparison with nonusers: A Nordic nationwide study based on individual‐level data from Denmark, Finland, and Sweden
Finasteride users have higher odds of certain health issues and lower odds of specific lifestyle factors compared to nonusers.
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5 / 450 resultscommunity 5 months on Spiro and 6 weeks on oral Monoxidil. Beyond thrilled with the results so far
Treatments for hair loss, specifically the use of Spironolactone (Spiro) and oral Minoxidil, as well as Finasteride and RU58841.
community No, Finasteride as a treatment for MPB was not an "accident"
Finasteride was intentionally developed to treat BPH and later approved for male pattern baldness (MPB) due to its 5AR inhibition effects. The delay in MPB approval was due to concerns about off-label use for female hirsutism and the prioritization of treating a more debilitating condition.
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 Male (24) Using Dutasteride Since 2020 – Concerns About Having Kids
A 24-year-old male using dutasteride for hair loss is worried about its effects on fertility and future children's health. Users advise consulting a doctor, possibly switching to finasteride, or stopping dutasteride before conception due to its impact on sperm count.
community Post Finasteride Syndrome, A dangerous lie.
A user initially had side effects from finasteride, attributed them to anxiety and the nocebo effect, and after resuming the drug, experienced positive effects and now warns against misinformation about Post Finasteride Syndrome.