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August 2021 in “International Journal of General Medicine” This study found that androgenic alopecia is independently associated with increased coronary artery disease risk and severity of coronary atherosclerosis among Han Chinese men.
January 1986 in “Journal of Steroid Biochemistry” Lower testosterone levels in men may be linked to a higher risk of severe coronary artery disease.
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November 2001 in “Acc Current Journal Review” This review found that 5α‐reductase inhibitors were associated with slightly increased rates of decreased libido, erectile and ejaculatory dysfunction, gynecomastia, and mood disorders compared to placebo, though their long-term effects remain unclear.
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January 2000 in “Japanese Heart Journal” This case report discusses a 45-year-old Japanese man who developed myocardial infarction while using 1% topical minoxidil for baldness, highlighting the need for caution in patients with cardiovascular disorders.
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June 2012 in “The Anatolian journal of cardiology” This study found that increased hair graying was associated with a greater coronary atherosclerotic burden, suggesting it could serve as a risk marker for coronary artery disease independent of age.