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research Prostate Carcinoma: What Would Be the Best to Do?
Correct testosterone levels for age to treat prostate cancer, using low dose treatments as necessary.
research Is Radical Prostatectomy the Best Choice for Patients with Locally Advanced Prostate Cancer?
The document does not confirm if radical prostatectomy is the best treatment for locally advanced prostate cancer.
research Effect of Low-Dose Finasteride on Serum PSA Concentrations
Low-dose finasteride lowers PSA levels, which can make prostate cancer harder to detect.
research Prospective Investigation of Risk Factors for Prostate Cancer in the UK Biobank Cohort Study
Black ethnicity, prior PSA tests, enlarged prostate, and family history increase prostate cancer risk; Asian ethnicity, obesity, smoking, diabetes, and less sexual activity or no children decrease risk.
research Cutaneous Melanoma, Prostate-Specific Antigen Testing and the Subsequent Risk of Prostate Cancer Diagnosis: A Prospective Analysis of the 45 and Up Study
Men with melanoma have a higher risk of later being diagnosed with prostate cancer.
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5 / 115 resultscommunity ‘ Health Risks Associated with Long-Term Finasteride and Dutasteride Use: It’s Time to Sound the Alarm’ Thoughts? Concerns?
The potential health risks associated with long-term use of finasteride and dutasteride, with some responses pointing out the low quality of the journal that published the review article as well as highlighting other alternatives such as keto or minoxidil, and RU58841.
community Is it uncommon to not test for testosterone levels before taking fin?
Doctors often prescribe finasteride for hair loss without testing testosterone levels. There is no need for such tests before starting the medication.
community Why not just take the drugs before hair loss?
Finasteride and dutasteride are discussed as preventative treatments for hair loss, with some advocating for early use and others concerned about side effects, especially before full maturity. Many regret not starting these treatments earlier due to their effectiveness in preventing or slowing hair loss.
community 52 y.o. here. After being on 1 mg finasteride on and off since almost 30 years ago (consistently on for the past 9 years), I'm switching to dutasteride as of today.
A 52-year-old is switching from finasteride to dutasteride to address crown balding, despite concerns about potential side effects. They have used finasteride for nearly 30 years, had a minor hair transplant, and are considering further treatments if dutasteride doesn't improve their condition.
community PSA: Get your Vitamin D levels checked!
A user improved their hair health by taking 50,000 IU of vitamin D3 weekly due to a deficiency. Others discussed the potential link between vitamin D and hair growth, with some sharing similar experiences and emphasizing the importance of monitoring vitamin D levels and consulting with doctors.