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research The risk of psychiatric disorders in finasteride users with benign prostatic hyperplasia and androgenetic alopecia: A population‐based case–control study
Finasteride users have a very low risk of mental health issues, but those with hair loss may have slightly higher anxiety and depression.
research Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: A Disorder of Androgen Metabolism in the Male
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia may be caused by changes in how the body processes male hormones.
research Re: The risk of psychiatric disorders in finasteride users with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and androgenetic alopecia (AGA): A population‐based case–control study
The study's methods are flawed, making its conclusions about finasteride and mental health unreliable.
research Dutasteride: A Review of its Use in the Management of Prostate Disorders
Dutasteride is effective for treating prostate enlargement and reducing related surgery risk, but is not approved for preventing prostate cancer.
research Nutritional Pharmacology and Mechanistic Insights of Saw Palmetto in Male Endocrine and Prostatic Disorders
Saw Palmetto, especially with Lycopene, L-Arginine, and Astaxanthin, improves male health by balancing hormones and boosting energy.
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5 / 935 resultscommunity Evolution theory: AGA is your body trying to reduce the risk of prostate cancer by exposing your scalp to more UV
Androgenic alopecia (AGA) might have evolved to reduce prostate cancer risk by increasing UV exposure to the scalp, but this theory is debated. Treatments like minoxidil and finasteride are used for AGA, though the exact causes and evolutionary reasons for hair loss are unclear.
community My dad 61y/o healed from full bald to full head of hair
A user's 61-year-old father regained a full head of hair after four years on dutasteride for his prostate and five months of weight loss and exercise. The user decided to switch from finasteride to dutasteride and continue exercising, inspired by his father's results.
community 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 My fin “sides” are positive
Finasteride made the original poster feel better, with increased energy and less frequent urination, but they were advised to see a doctor due to potential prostate issues. Some users reported positive effects like increased libido and reduced anxiety, while others experienced negative side effects like brain fog and erectile dysfunction.
community Hairloss is mentally exhausting
The conversation is about the mental toll of hair loss and seeking alternatives to finasteride. Suggestions include using minoxidil, considering pumpkin seed oil, and possibly seeking counseling for body dysmorphic disorder.