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research 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors in Prostate Cancer: From Clinical Trials to Clinical Practice

7 citations , January 2013 in “European Urology”

This study developed solid lipid nanoparticles for delivering a shRNA-encoding plasmid that effectively reduced 5α-reductase enzyme levels in vitro without significant cytotoxicity, suggesting potential therapeutic applications.

research DOES PSADT AFTER RADICAL PROSTATECTOMY PREDICT OVERALL SURVIVAL?—A REPORT FROM THE SEARCH DATABASE GROUP

March 2009 in “The Journal of Urology”

This paper discusses the potential of PSA doubling time after radical prostatectomy to predict overall survival but reports no new results.

research Prostate cancer update: 2007

6 citations , May 2008 in “Current Opinion in Oncology”

This review covers recent advances in prostate cancer risk assessment, diagnosis, and treatment but does not report new clinical results; further studies on androgen deprivation therapy's cardiovascular risks are particularly noted.

research IMPACT OF LOW DOSE FINASTERIDE FOR THE TREATMENT OF ANDROGENIC ALOPECIA ON SERUM PROSTATE SPECIFIC ANTIGEN (PSA) LEVELS IN MEN PARTICIPATED IN POPULATION-BASED SCREENING FOR PROSTATE CANCER

March 2009 in “The Journal of Urology”

Low dose finasteride causes only minor changes in PSA levels in men over 50 with BPH.

research Are PSA adjustments necessary for prostate cancer screening in men taking finasteride for hair loss?

June 2007 in “Nature Clinical Practice Urology”

This study found that taking 1 mg of finasteride daily for male-pattern hair loss significantly reduces serum PSA levels, suggesting similar PSA adjustment is needed as for higher doses during prostate cancer screening.

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community Is it uncommon to not test for testosterone levels before taking fin?

12 upvotes 2 years ago

Doctors often prescribe finasteride for hair loss without testing testosterone levels. There is no need for such tests before starting the medication.

community You don’t need a hair transplant, you just need a little pill.

1983 upvotes 1 year ago

Finasteride and minoxidil are effective for hair regrowth, with some users experiencing significant improvement without side effects. However, results vary, and some people report side effects or no improvement.

community Creatine's effect on Hair Loss and DHT

103 upvotes 2 years ago

A 21-year-old male managed to control his hair loss using Nizoral, RU58841, and finasteride, but experienced increased scalp itchiness after starting creatine, which subsided upon stopping creatine. Users shared mixed experiences on whether creatine affects hair loss, with some reporting negative effects and others seeing no change or defending its benefits.

community How is dht not beneficial to you?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 111 upvotes 7 months ago

DHT is important for sexual function and mood, but finasteride and dutasteride can reduce DHT, causing side effects like reduced libido and erectile dysfunction. These treatments are effective for hair loss, but their impact on DHT leads to debate.

community Mark Normand talks about finasteride experience

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 826 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation is about hair loss and the use of finasteride as a treatment. Some users share their positive experiences with finasteride, while others mention side effects they have experienced.

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