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research 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitor Use and Prostate Cancer Prevention: A Victim of the Times?
This commentary discusses how recent shifts in prostate cancer screening and management may render 5-alpha reductase inhibitors irrelevant for chemoprevention, despite evidence of their long-term safety and effectiveness in preventing low-grade prostate cancer.
research The role of 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors in active surveillance
This study suggests that 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors may reduce the rate of clinical progression in men with low-risk prostate cancer who choose active surveillance.
research MP31-04 HOW DO 5-ALPHA-REDUCTASE INHIBITORS CHANGE PSA DENSITY IN PATIENTS ON ACTIVE SURVEILLANCE?
This study observed that although 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors reduce PSA density in patients on active surveillance for prostate cancer, those who progress to more serious disease still show higher PSA densities, suggesting these inhibitors accentuate differences in clinically significant cases.
research Gain‐of‐function variants in the ODC1 gene cause a syndromic neurodevelopmental disorder associated with macrocephaly, alopecia, dysmorphic features, and neuroimaging abnormalities
This report describes a neurometabolic disorder linked to gain-of-function variants in the ODC1 gene, characterized by developmental delay, ectodermal abnormalities, and notable facial and neuroimaging features.
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5 / 676 resultscommunity Does RU58841 potentially cause cancer?
RU58841 may pose cancer risks due to its antiandrogen properties and lack of long-term safety data. Using it is considered a high-risk experiment with unknown potential for harm.
community Pelage to present PP405 Phase 2a clinical trial full results at an upcoming medical meeting - CMO Christina Weng says
Pelage is moving to Phase III clinical trials for PP405, a hair loss treatment, with results to be presented at a medical meeting. Users express skepticism and hope, comparing it to existing treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride, while discussing the potential for new hair growth in previously bald areas.
community How is this even possible that there is no cure till now
There is no permanent cure for hair loss; treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and hair transplants require ongoing use and are not universally effective. Genetic complexity and financial incentives for ongoing treatments hinder the development of a definitive cure.
community DHT and 5AR respect post, it's importance within the brain
The conversation discusses whether to use finasteride for hair loss, considering its role in inhibiting DHT and 5AR, which can affect brain function and mood. Some users report anxiety and depression from finasteride, while others do not experience these side effects and emphasize the importance of DHT for brain and prostate health.
community 2020 is here, what’s the current state for “upcoming” treatments?
Minoxidil and finasteride are the main treatments for hair loss, with Breezula and hair cloning being explored. No definitive cure is available yet.
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