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GlossaryPenile Curvature

condition where the penis bends abnormally when erect

Penile curvature, also known as a curved penis or bent penis, refers to a condition where the penis has an abnormal bend or curve, which can occur when erect or flaccid. This can be congenital (present from birth) or acquired, often due to Peyronie's disease, which involves the development of fibrous scar tissue inside the penis. The curvature can cause pain, difficulty with sexual intercourse, and emotional distress.

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research Are Finasteride-Related Penile Curvature/Peyronie’s Disease Adverse Event Reports Worthy of Further Clinical Investigation? Disproportionality Analysis Based on Both the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the European Medicines Agency (EMA) Pharmacovigilance Databases

2 citations, May 2022 in “International Journal of Impotence Research”

Finasteride may be linked to Peyronie’s disease, but more research is needed.

research Is Finasteride Intake Associated with Penile Curvature/Peyronie’s Disease? Assessment of Both the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the European Medicines Agency (EMA) Pharmacovigilance Databases

October 2021 in “European urology open science”

research Discriminating in Favor of or Against Men with Increased Risk of Finasteride-Related Side Effects?

2 citations, August 2016 in “Experimental Dermatology”

Finasteride treats baldness but may cause lasting sexual side effects.

research Preoperative Hormonal Stimulation in Hypospadias: A Systematic Review

January 2023 in “The Annals of african surgery”

Hormone treatment before hypospadias surgery can increase penis size and reduce surgery complications.

research Erectile Dysfunction in Young Men: A Review of Prevalence and Risk Factors

176 citations, June 2017 in “Sexual Medicine Reviews”

Erectile dysfunction is increasingly common in men under 40, with many physical and psychological causes, and various treatment options available.

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community Long term finasteride users; Did you notice any improvement after 2 years?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 14 upvotes 1 year ago

Long term Finasteride users and whether or not they have noticed improvements after two years of use, with other treatments such as Minoxidil and dermarolling also discussed. Some replies suggest that improvement is possible even beyond the two year mark while others caution against believing studies backed by the Post-Finasteride Foundation.

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

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 191 upvotes 2 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 1 year fin 1mg and minox. can see some density reclaimed

in Update 562 upvotes 3 years ago

User shared 1-year progress using finasteride 1mg and minoxidil, regaining hair density. Others praised the improvement and asked about side effects and additional treatments.

community Trying to understand finasteride side effects and post finasteride syndrome

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 74 upvotes 4 years ago

The conversation discusses the side effects of finasteride, including low libido and erectile dysfunction, and the possibility of these effects being permanent, known as post-finasteride syndrome (PFS). Some users report personal experiences with PFS and debate whether the condition is real, with varying opinions on the reversibility of side effects and the role of individual biology.

community Finasteride update/information on Penis/Penile Tissue

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 8 upvotes 1 year ago

Finasteride can reduce DHT in the genitalia, potentially causing side effects like reduced erections and penile fibrosis. Using PDE5 inhibitors like Tadalafil or Sildenafil may help maintain penile health and prevent fibrosis.

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