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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”

5-Alpha reductase inhibitors may prevent prostate cancer but are not widely used due to concerns about trial relevance and potential risks, and more research is needed to confirm long-term benefits.

research Urological Oncology: Prostate Cancer

October 2008 in “The Journal of Urology”

Finasteride reduces prostate cancer risk but may increase high-grade tumors and has side effects; biopsy methods have similar outcomes; psychosocial factors affect sexual recovery post-surgery.

research Male Pattern Baldness and Prostate Cancer Risk in a Population-Based Case-Control Study

29 citations , March 2010 in “Cancer epidemiology”

Men who start losing hair at age 30 may have a lower risk of prostate cancer.

research Five-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitors for Prostate Cancer Prevention

37 citations , April 2008 in “The Cochrane library”

5-alpha-reductase inhibitors can lower prostate cancer risk but may increase high-grade tumors and cause sexual side effects.

research 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitors for Prostate Cancer Chemoprevention: An Updated Cochrane Systematic Review

44 citations , October 2010 in “BJUI”

5-α-reductase inhibitors reduce prostate cancer risk but may cause sexual dysfunction and don't affect high-grade tumor or death rates.

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community Here are the results from my journey! I used saw palmetto tablets instead of Finasteride(I was afraid of using it), 5% Minoxidil spray and Derma Pen once a week 1.5mm.

in Progress Pictures 306 upvotes 2 years ago

The user shared their positive hair regrowth experience using saw palmetto tablets, 5% minoxidil spray, and a Derma Pen. The conversation debates the effectiveness of saw palmetto versus finasteride, with some advocating for natural treatments and others emphasizing the proven results of finasteride and minoxidil, often in combination with microneedling.

community Male pattern baldness is not cosmetic.

in Chat 220 upvotes 3 months ago

Male pattern baldness is linked to health risks and should be treated medically. Finasteride is effective and should be insurance-covered.

community Meta analysis of minoxidil only vs 5AR inhibitors

in Research/Science 58 upvotes 10 months ago

Oral dutasteride is the most effective for hair regrowth, followed by oral finasteride and minoxidil. Topical finasteride combined with minoxidil is recommended for those avoiding systemic DHT reduction.

community People who tolerate dut better than fin?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 32 upvotes 1 year ago

Dutasteride may have fewer side effects than finasteride, with some users experiencing better hair maintenance. Experiences vary, with some preferring dutasteride for fewer side effects, while others see no significant hair improvement.

community Combining oral dut with topical finasteride for reduced scalp DHT

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 6 upvotes 4 months ago

The conversation discusses combining oral dutasteride with topical finasteride to further reduce scalp DHT levels for hair regrowth. Users debate the effectiveness and safety of this combination, with some suggesting alternatives like topical antiandrogens such as RU58841, fluridil, and alfatradiol.

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