research The Dark Side of 5α-Reductase Inhibitors' Therapy: Sexual Dysfunction, High Gleason Grade Prostate Cancer, and Depression
5α-reductase inhibitors can cause sexual problems, higher risk of aggressive prostate cancer, and depression.
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research Effects of 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors on Erectile Function, Sexual Desire, and Ejaculation
5-alpha reductase inhibitors can cause sexual side effects like erectile dysfunction and reduced sexual desire, sometimes lasting after stopping the drug.
research Persistent Sexual and Nonsexual Adverse Effects of Finasteride in Younger Men
Finasteride can cause sexual problems and depression in young men.
research Female Sexuality and Common Sexual Dysfunctions: Evaluation and Management in a Primary Care Setting
Primary care doctors should address female sexual dysfunctions to improve women's sexual health and life quality.
research Practical Geriatrics: Maintaining Sexual Health After Menopause
Maintaining sexual health after menopause is possible with patient approaches, hormone supplements, and therapy, despite needing more research.
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A 31-year-old experienced significant hair regrowth after switching to oral Finasteride but reported dull orgasms as a side effect. Users suggested waiting for the body to adjust, reducing the dosage, or switching to topical Finasteride to manage side effects.
community Ejaculation & balding: NoFap has helped me stop my hair loss [case study]
The user claims NoFap (abstaining from pornography, masturbation, and orgasm) helped stop their hair loss. Others argue that hair loss is primarily due to genetics and DHT, which can be managed with finasteride.
community [M30] Constant swing between continuing or quitting Finasteride
A 30-year-old man is considering quitting Finasteride due to sexual side effects, including reduced libido and difficulty reaching orgasm, despite its effectiveness in treating hair loss. He is exploring other factors like relationship issues and potential low testosterone, and is considering getting blood work done.
community Anyone relate but on Finasteride?
Finasteride is commonly used for hair loss, with mixed experiences regarding sexual side effects. Some users report no issues, while others experience difficulties, but many find increased confidence and libido.
community 18M Experiencing Shedding and Side Effects on Finasteride 0.25mg ED
An 18-year-old has been using minoxidil since March 2024 with good results but experienced sexual side effects from topical finasteride and oral finasteride, leading to stress and heavy hair shedding. They are concerned about the side effects of finasteride, potential initial shedding, and whether stopping finasteride will worsen hair loss.