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5 / 1000+ results![Persistent erectile dysfunction in men exposed to the 5α-reductase inhibitors, finasteride, or dutasteride](/images/research/f7bafa26-1fd1-4d92-ac8a-5c37a06e10d9/small/4000.jpg)
research Persistent erectile dysfunction in men exposed to the 5α-reductase inhibitors, finasteride, or dutasteride
Using finasteride or dutasteride may cause long-lasting erectile dysfunction.
research Literature Review: Finasteride and Persistent Erectile Dysfunction (PED)
![291 Gray-Scale Ultrasound to Assess Persistent Erectile Dysfunction in Young Men](/images/research/3fc37e95-7c15-4f84-9af9-37b5b00e1072/small/13646.jpg)
research 291 Gray-Scale Ultrasound to Assess Persistent Erectile Dysfunction in Young Men
Gray-scale ultrasound effectively detects erectile tissue fibrosis in young men with erectile dysfunction after using finasteride.
![Duration of finasteride and dutasteride treatment linked to long-term erectile dysfunction](/images/research/7157c0aa-7004-4365-8e3c-425a465421de/small/3933.jpg)
research Duration of finasteride and dutasteride treatment linked to long-term erectile dysfunction
Long use of finasteride and dutasteride can cause long-term erection problems.
![Litigation associated with 5-alpha-reductase-inhibitor use: A Canadian legal database review.](/images/research/942a3fea-7cea-42c2-8197-e49a575da4e5/small/20107.jpg)
research Litigation associated with 5-alpha-reductase-inhibitor use: A Canadian legal database review.
Canadian lawsuits involving 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors are related to persistent erectile dysfunction side effects, with no judgments against companies yet.
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5 / 183 resultscommunity I talked to urologist about Finasteride and just wanted to share what he said
The effects of Finasteride, a drug used to treat hair loss, prostate problems and other conditions. The post by iaskedadoctor describes the conversations they had with a Urologist about the effects of the drug on DHT levels throughout the body, how lower doses are beneficial in reducing side effects, how erectile dysfunction can be psychological as well as physiological, how morning erections are not necessarily important, and how persistent side effects appear to be rare. People also shared their experiences with taking Finasteride for hair loss, including potential side effects such as reduced ejaculate force and development of man boobs.
community I’m just Going to let Nature take its Course
The post and conversation are about a 23-year-old deciding to stop using finasteride for hair loss due to potential erectile dysfunction risks, sparking a debate about the benefits and side effects of hair loss treatments.
community Trying to understand finasteride side effects and post finasteride syndrome
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 Just had this wild thought come into my head.
The conversation is about the debate over the existence of Post-Finasteride Syndrome (PFS) and its symptoms, with some users skeptical about PFS and others discussing side effects like erectile dysfunction and gynecomastia from hair loss treatments like finasteride. Specific treatments mentioned include finasteride, viagra, and a joke about using a popsicle stick for erectile support.
community PSA: Most men who stay on Fin will see the sexual side effects go away. Stop the fear mongering
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.