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research Benign prostatic hyperplasia and male lower urinary symptoms: A guide for family physicians

19 citations , June 2017 in “Asian journal of urology”

This review discusses the stratification and management of male patients with lower urinary tract symptoms and benign prostatic hyperplasia in primary care and reports no new clinical results.

Obesity in Adults: Position Statement of Various Polish Medical Associations

research Obesity in Adults: Position Statement of Polish Association for the Study on Obesity, Polish Association of Endocrinology, Polish Association of Cardiodiabetology, Polish Psychiatric Association, Section of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery of the Association of Polish Surgeons, and the College of Family Physicians in Poland

1 citations , March 2023 in “Nutrients”

This joint consensus statement from several Polish professional associations discusses strategies for improving obesity treatment and enhancing primary care's role in managing obesity, with no new empirical data reported.

Attitudes and Practices of Dermatologists and Primary Care Physicians Who Treat Patients for Male Pattern Hair Loss: Results of a Survey

research Attitudes and practices of dermatologists and primary care physicians who treat patients for MPHL: results of a survey

4 citations , December 2009 in “Current Medical Research and Opinion”

This study observed that dermatologists and physicians who frequently treat male pattern hair loss have practices and attitudes that may create a favorable care environment compared to less experienced physicians.

research Real-World Ritlecitinib Treatment of Severe Alopecia Areata (AA) in the US: Patient Characteristics and Physician Satisfaction

July 2025 in “SKIN The Journal of Cutaneous Medicine”

This study describes characteristics and outcomes for adults initiating ritlecitinib for severe alopecia areata, highlighting increased hair regrowth and physician satisfaction with longer treatment durations, despite ongoing psychosocial impacts like embarrassment and anxiety among patients.

research Hair Loss: Common Causes and Treatment.

35 citations , September 2017 in “PubMed”

This article reviews different types of alopecia, their diagnosis, and treatment options available in a family physician's practice, but it reports no new research findings.

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community Will I be a good candidate for finasteride?

1 upvotes 5 years ago

A 17-year-old is considering finasteride for a receding hairline and seeks advice. Suggestions include starting with low-dose finasteride, trying dermarolling and Minoxidil, and consulting a physician.

community Did you visit a dermatologist before hopping on Finasteride?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 6 upvotes 5 months ago

Most users did not visit a dermatologist before starting finasteride, opting to purchase it directly or through a primary care physician. Some users shared experiences of side effects and emphasized the potential benefits of medical advice and monitoring.

community met my dermatoligist today and here is how it went

in Treatment 41 upvotes 9 months ago

A dermatologist advised against using minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss, suggesting acceptance instead, but the individual is considering seeking finasteride from a family doctor. The conversation includes suggestions to try online services or pharmacies for obtaining treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo.

community Decades Update: age 23 to 25 and age 39 to 41

in Progress Pictures 725 upvotes 1 year ago

The user started using finasteride at age 23, stopped at 30 to start a family, and resumed at 39 with minoxidil, seeing positive results both times. They successfully had four children after stopping finasteride, noting changes in sperm quality and some side effects upon resuming the medication.

community 40 year old, 1 year on fin/min

in Progress Pictures 398 upvotes 7 months ago

A 40-year-old user shared their experience using finasteride and minoxidil for hair regrowth over a year, noting initial sexual side effects that improved after reducing the finasteride dosage. They also experienced scalp irritation from Rogaine, leading to reduced usage, and expressed satisfaction with the hair regrowth despite ongoing challenges.

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learn Follistatin

glycoprotein that inhibits TGF-β and promotes hair growth by antagonizing activin

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