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research Finasteride use in the male infertility population: effects on semen and hormone parameters

54 citations , September 2013 in “Fertility and Sterility”

This study found that discontinuing finasteride led to a significant increase in sperm counts for most men with reduced fertility, though hormone levels and other semen parameters remained unchanged.

research Polycystic ovary syndrome and infertility: an update

26 citations , July 2021 in “International journal of adolescent medicine and health”

This review covers various treatments for managing PCOS symptoms and infertility, noting that aromatase inhibitors may be as or more effective than clomiphene citrate for ovulation induction but reports no new clinical results.

research Infertility and teratogenicity after paternal exposure to systemic dermatologic medications: A systematic review

18 citations , October 2018 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

This review indicates that many former FDA category D and X systemic dermatologic medications may negatively impact male fertility, with further research needed to assess potential teratogenic effects.

research Infertility in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

14 citations , January 2018

Lifestyle changes and medical treatments can help manage infertility in women with PCOS.

research Prevalence of polycystic ovary syndrome among fertile and infertile women in Minia Governorate, Egypt

9 citations , December 2013 in “International journal of gynaecology and obstetrics”

This brief communication does not contain an abstract and reports no new research findings on the prevalence of polycystic ovary syndrome in fertile and infertile women in Minia Governorate, Egypt.

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community Dutasteride Infertility Debunked: Low T causes true infertility.

168 upvotes 1 year ago

Dutasteride and finasteride may temporarily affect semen quality but are unlikely to cause permanent infertility. The Kim et al. study is criticized for poor methodology, and many prefer hair retention over potential fertility concerns, using treatments like dutasteride, finasteride, and minoxidil.

community Got results - 26YO - Almost infertile on medication?

50 upvotes 1 month ago

A 26-year-old male is concerned about potential infertility after using finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss, considering stopping the medication to recover fertility. He is contemplating freezing sperm and possibly undergoing a vasectomy, while others suggest stopping the medication and consulting a doctor.

community Fresh off the press: Dutasteride may cause chronic infertility

in Research/Science 643 upvotes 1 year ago

Dutasteride may cause chronic infertility by reducing semen volume and motility, with concerns about irreversible prostate fibrosis. Users consider switching to finasteride or using treatments like minoxidil and microneedling, weighing hair preservation against fertility.

community Long-term use of dutasteride may lead to male infertility by persistently impairing semen volume and sperm motility.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 87 upvotes 1 year ago

Long-term use of dutasteride may impair semen volume and sperm motility, but these effects are often reversible after stopping the drug. Individual reactions vary, and more research is needed to understand the long-term impact on fertility.

community Brief summary of new dutasteride study linked to infertility and the limitations/problems with the study

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 34 upvotes 1 year ago

Dutasteride treatment may decrease sperm concentration, but levels remain above WHO recommendations and recover after discontinuation. The study has limitations, including small sample size and lack of pre-treatment sperm data, and does not assess other fertility factors.

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