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research Compliance With Contraceptives and Other Treatments

52 citations , September 1996 in “Obstetrics & Gynecology”

This study found that compliance rates for oral contraceptives are low and similar to those for other medical treatments, indicating a need for alternatives that require less daily adherence.

research Contraceptive use in acne

21 citations , July 2014 in “Clinics in Dermatology”

This review examines the role of hormones in acne pathogenesis, the use of hormonal therapies for treatment, and the importance of contraceptive counseling during isotretinoin therapy, but reports no new clinical results.

research Contraception and the dermatologist

22 citations , January 2013 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

This review discusses the role of contraceptives in dermatology, particularly for acne treatment and managing patients on teratogens, but reports no new clinical results.

research Contraception for Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Dealing with a Complex Condition

8 citations , April 2022 in “Revista Brasileira Ginecologia e Obstetrícia”

This review explores contraceptive options for women with polycystic ovary syndrome, emphasizing the need for tailored choices based on individual clinical, hormonal, and metabolic profiles, but reports no new clinical findings.

research What's New: Newly Approved Drugs for Children

July 2003 in “Pediatrics in review”

This article reviews 12 newly approved drugs with pediatric indications from 2001, discussing their clinical importance for general pediatricians, but reports no new clinical results.

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community Why is Finasteride seen as “scary” for men, but hormonal birth control is totally normalized for women?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 757 upvotes 1 year ago

Finasteride is seen as risky for men due to side effects like erectile dysfunction, while hormonal birth control for women is normalized despite its side effects. The discussion points out a double standard influenced by societal and gender norms.

community Testosterone in Reference Range Doesn't Cause Hair Loss

52 upvotes 2 years ago

Testosterone within the normal range does not significantly contribute to male pattern baldness (MPB); DHT is the main factor that can be controlled. Genetics play a crucial role in hair loss, and treatments like finasteride and dutasteride, which block DHT, can help despite potentially raising testosterone levels.

community PSA: Most men who stay on Fin will see the sexual side effects go away. Stop the fear mongering

192 upvotes 4 years ago

Finasteride can cause sexual side effects in less than 2% of men, but these often disappear over time, even if the treatment continues. Some users report persistent side effects, while others experience no issues or only temporary ones.

community Switched from fin 1mg to dut 0.5mg

in Is this regrowth? 39 upvotes 1 year ago

The user switched from finasteride to dutasteride and experienced noticeable hair regrowth without side effects, though some users questioned the necessity of such a potent treatment given the minimal hair loss. The conversation also touched on potential side effects of dutasteride, such as reduced sperm quality, but the user reported no issues.

community Quit finasteride after 15+ years

972 upvotes 1 year ago

A user stopped finasteride after 15 years due to severe side effects, which improved after quitting. They maintained most of their hair and are considering alternatives like topical treatments or RU58841.

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learn Osteopontin

signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss

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