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GlossaryCannabis (Marijuana)

plant known for psychoactive effects and medicinal uses

Cannabis, also known as marijuana or weed, is a plant from the Cannabaceae family that contains psychoactive compounds, primarily tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD). It is used both recreationally for its mind-altering effects and medicinally for its potential therapeutic benefits, such as pain relief and anti-inflammatory properties.

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research Marijuana, Alcohol, Erectile Dysfunction, And Depression: Epidemiologic Correlations With Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia/Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms

1 citations, April 2019 in “The Journal of urology/The journal of urology”

Marijuana use is linked to higher chances of needing treatment for urinary symptoms in men over 40.

research The Relationship of Depression, Alcohol, and Marijuana with Treatment for LUTS/BPH

August 2022 in “PubMed”

Men with depression and marijuana usage are more likely to be treated for lower urinary tract symptoms/benign prostatic hyperplasia.

research Up in Smoke: A Neurologist's Approach to Medical Marijuana

4 citations, December 2014 in “Annals of neurology”

"Medical marijuana" lacks strong evidence for medical use and is often a way to bypass recreational marijuana laws.

research PSAT327 Can Cannabis Use Lead to Central Hypothyroidism

November 2022 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society”

Marijuana use may be linked to lower TSH levels, but the exact cause is unclear.

research Dermatologic Signs and Symptoms of Substance Abuse

11 citations, January 2016 in “Journal of clinical & experimental dermatology research”

Substance abuse can cause various skin problems, including marks from injections, sores, premature aging, and increased cancer risk.

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community POV: Your hair is falling out.

in Treatment 1 year ago

Potential treatments for hair loss, including the use of minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community 1 year Post HT 2200 Grafts + fin 8 Months Then switched to dut

in Progress Pictures 516 upvotes 2 years ago

A user who experienced positive results from using finasteride and dutasteride to treat their hair loss, with 2000 grafts being transplanted in the temples area for further improvement. They also discussed cost and other treatments such as minoxidil.

community I've been afflicted by post finasteride syndrome, what now?

in Finasteride 42 upvotes 5 years ago

A user experienced severe side effects from finasteride, including mental health issues and physical symptoms, and sought advice on managing post-finasteride syndrome. Suggestions included checking vitamin levels, considering dopamine agonists, and avoiding further psychiatric medications.

community Bile Acid-Mediated DHT Dysregulation Hypothesis

in Research/Science 13 upvotes 1 week ago

Elevated bile acids can inhibit the enzyme AKR1C2, leading to increased DHT levels, which may accelerate hair loss in those predisposed to androgenetic alopecia. Treatments mentioned include topical minoxidil and finasteride.

community Finasteride is ****ing magical

in Update 314 upvotes 1 month ago

Finasteride has led to significant hair regrowth for some users, with noticeable improvements in two months, but side effects like erectile dysfunction have caused some to stop using it. Some users combine finasteride with minoxidil and other supplements, despite concerns about side effects.

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