research PSA Test Sensitized by Finasteride
This study found that finasteride does not increase the risk of high-grade prostate cancer but instead improves the prostate-specific antigen test's sensitivity to detect such cancers.
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research Testosterone Deficiency is Not Protective Against the Development of Adenocarcinoma of the Prostate in a Type 1 Diabetic Patient
In this case report, the researchers emphasize the importance of regular prostate exams and PSA tests for diabetic men, including those who are hypogonadal, because prostate cancer development is linked to intraprostatic dihydrotestosterone levels, not serum testosterone levels.
research PCPT Results Could Affect Trial on Testosterone Replacement
This article discusses the considerations and challenges surrounding a proposed large-scale trial on testosterone-replacement therapy in older men and reports no new results.
research Association between prostate‐specific antigen and serum testosterone: A systematic review and meta‐analysis
This study found that testosterone replacement therapy, especially intramuscular administration, significantly increased PSA levels compared to placebo, while a significant correlation between PSA and testosterone was observed in non-BPH patients.
research Prostate specific antigen (PSA) in diagnosis of polycystic ovarian syndrome – a new insight
This study found that women with PCOS have higher total PSA levels than controls, and the total PSA level correlates positively with testosterone and free androgen index.
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5 / 98 resultscommunity Which labs / blood baseline markers to check before beginning treatment?
The conversation is about which blood tests are essential to check before starting hair loss treatment with finasteride or dutasteride. The tests mentioned include DHT, PSA, Estrogen/Estradiol, Testosterone, FSH, and LH.
community Important blood values on Dut?
The conversation is about a user planning a blood test to monitor health while on hair loss treatments: Finasteride, Minoxidil, and Dutasteride. Recommendations include testing for androgens, thyroid function, micronutrients, and basic health markers, with additional suggestions for PSA, prolactin, and estradiol.
community Just got my minoxidil and finasteride tablets, should I get baseline blood work before starting?
The conversation is about starting minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss and whether to get baseline blood work, including tests for testosterone, DHT, and PSA levels. Users suggest these tests to confirm medication effectiveness and monitor potential side effects.
community PSA: Besides topical minoxidil, its really rare for hair loss drugs to be fake
Oral finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride are unlikely to be fake, especially in tablet or capsule form, while topical minoxidil is often faked and should be purchased from reputable sources. Concerns about minoxidil affecting libido or causing erectile dysfunction are likely unfounded.
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.
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