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a nonsteroidal anti-androgen, most commonly used orally for women
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chemical that might completely regrow follicles from hair transplant extractions
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mTOR regulator and immunosuppressant used more recently for anti-aging and hair regrowth
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a synthetic anti-androgen and weak progestogen that inhibits DHT binding to androgen receptor
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compound from cruciferous vegetables has some mild effects on DHT
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research Prostate Cancer Incidence Among Finasteride and Alpha-Blocker Users in the Finnish Prostate Cancer Screening Trial
Finasteride might lower the risk of low-grade prostate cancer but not high-grade cancer, while alpha-blockers might reduce high-grade cancer risk.
research Post-Screening Follow-Up of the Finnish Prostate Cancer Screening Trial on Putative Prostate Cancer Risk Factors: Vitamin and Mineral Use, Male Pattern Baldness, Pubertal Development, and Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug Use
Late puberty may slightly lower prostate cancer risk, baldness is not linked to overall risk but less so with aggressive types, ibuprofen use may increase risk, and vitamins show no effect on risk.
research Are PSA Adjustments Necessary for Prostate Cancer Screening in Men Taking Finasteride for Hair Loss?
Finasteride for hair loss lowers PSA levels, so PSA values need adjusting when screening for prostate cancer.
research Relationship Between Male Pattern Baldness and the Risk of Aggressive Prostate Cancer: An Analysis of the Prostate, Lung, Colorectal, and Ovarian Cancer Screening Trial
Men with baldness at the front and top of their head at age 45 may have a higher risk of aggressive prostate cancer.
research Role of 5 Alpha-Reductase Inhibitors in the Management of Prostate Cancer
5 alpha-reductase inhibitors like finasteride may lower prostate cancer risk and improve cancer screening.
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5 / 609 resultscommunity Is it uncommon to not test for testosterone levels before taking fin?
Doctors often prescribe finasteride for hair loss without testing testosterone levels. There is no need for such tests before starting the medication.
community Testosterone is 1600, would taking low dose anti-androgens be a viable treatment option for people who’s T spikes on DHT-blockers?
The post and conversation are about the user's high testosterone levels and their worsening hair loss despite trying various treatments. They are considering using low doses of anti-androgens to lower their testosterone levels as a potential solution.
community Finasteride, also known as Propecia or Proscar, treats male pattern baldness and enlarged prostate in millions of men worldwide. But a new study suggests the drug may also provide a surprising and life-saving benefit: lowering cholesterol and cutting the overall risk of cardiovascular disease.
The conversation discusses the potential benefits of finasteride (Fin) for lowering cholesterol and reducing cardiovascular disease risk, with users sharing personal experiences and opinions on the medication's effects on health and hair loss. Some users report positive changes in cholesterol levels after taking finasteride, while others are skeptical or joke about its effects.
community Dermatologist told me to quit fin after turning 40
A dermatologist advised a patient to stop taking finasteride (fin) after turning 40 due to potential risk of aggressive prostate cancer. The patient and others in the conversation debated this advice, discussing the relationship between finasteride, prostate cancer, and hair loss, and considering alternatives like topical finasteride.
community PSA: My GP told me you should get yearly kidney and liver tests if you are on Dutasteride
Dutasteride users should get yearly kidney and liver tests, especially young people. General health checkups are not common in the UK, but such tests are recommended as a precaution.