research Using 5 Alpha Reductase Inhibitors Safely: What Primary Care Physicians Need to Know
5 alpha reductase inhibitors can cause sexual, cognitive, and muscle side effects, and may slightly increase aggressive cancer risk.
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research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: A Review
Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia's cause is unclear, affects mainly postmenopausal women, and current treatments focus on stopping hair loss rather than regrowth.
research Optimal Management of Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: A Practical Guide
Early diagnosis and combination therapy, especially with finasteride and dutasteride, are key to managing Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia effectively.
research The Hormonal Background of Hair Loss in Non-Scarring Alopecias
Hormones like androgens, estrogen, thyroid hormones, and stress hormones can contribute to hair loss, and treatments target these hormonal imbalances.
research Recent Trends in Nanocarrier Formulations of Actives Beyond Minoxidil and 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors in Androgenetic Alopecia Management: A Systematic Review
Nanocarrier-based treatments show promise for better hair growth in androgenetic alopecia but need more research.
research Hormonal Therapy in Female Pattern Hair Loss
Hormonal therapies help treat female hair loss, but results are slow and vary.
research Safety Concerns When Using Novel Medications to Treat Alopecia
Consider benefits and risks of new alopecia treatments for safety.
research Steroid Hormones: Overview and Medical Applications
Steroid hormones are crucial for body functions and have various medical uses, but their misuse can lead to dependence.
research American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists, American College of Endocrinology, and Androgen Excess and PCOS Society Disease State Clinical Review: Guide to the Best Practices in the Evaluation and Treatment of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome - Part 1
The guide recommends specific methods for diagnosing PCOS and various treatments for its symptoms, while considering the health impacts on adolescents.
research Management of Hair Loss Associated with Endocrine Therapy in Patients with Breast Cancer: An Overview
Some breast cancer patients on hormone therapy experience hair loss, and treatments like certain topical inhibitors and supplements may help without harming their cancer prognosis.
research The Corpus Cavernosum After Treatment With Dutasteride or Finasteride: A Histomorphometric Study in a Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Rodent Model
Dutasteride caused more penile tissue changes than finasteride, possibly increasing erectile dysfunction risk.
research Comparison of Clinical Efficacy of Finasteride and Dutasteride as 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors
Dutasteride is more effective than Finasteride in reducing prostate size and PSA levels, but both drugs have similar side effects.
research Intracrine Testosterone Activation in Human Pancreatic Beta Cells Stimulates Insulin Secretion
Testosterone in human pancreas cells boosts insulin production.
research Interventions for Hirsutism Excluding Laser and Photoepilation Therapy Alone: Abridged Cochrane Systematic Review Including GRADE Assessments
Some medications can reduce excessive hair growth in women, but more research is needed to find the best treatment combinations.
research The Efficacy of Topical Minoxidil 2% Versus Topical Botanically Derived Inhibitors of 5 Alpha Reductase in Treatment of Female Pattern Hair Loss by Trichoscopy
Minoxidil 2% is more effective for female hair loss, but botanicals have fewer side effects.
research 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitors Are Associated With Reduced Frequency of COVID-19 Symptoms in Males With Androgenetic Alopecia
Men with hair loss who take a certain type of medication may experience fewer COVID-19 symptoms.
research Androgenetic Alopecia
Androgenetic alopecia, or hair loss, is caused by genetic factors and hormones, with different mechanisms in men and women, and can be linked to insulin resistance and polycystic ovary syndrome.
research Post-Finasteride Syndrome: An Underestimated Phenomenon
Finasteride and dutasteride, used for prostate issues and hair loss, can cause side effects like sexual dysfunction and mental issues, which may continue even after stopping the medication, a condition called post-finasteride syndrome, for which there's currently no cure.
research Androgenetic Alopecia
Most older adults experience pattern hair loss due to shrinking hair follicles, with men and women showing different balding patterns.
research Histomorphometrical Evaluation of the Corpus Cavernosum of Hypertensive Rats Treated with 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitors
5-alpha-reductase inhibitors significantly affect the penile tissue of hypertensive rats.
research 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors for Male Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms: A Cochrane Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
5-alpha reductase inhibitors slightly reduce urinary symptoms and may lower surgery and acute retention risks in men.
research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia
Early diagnosis and treatment of frontal fibrosing alopecia are crucial to prevent permanent hair loss.
research Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia And Male Lower Urinary Symptoms: A Guide For Family Physicians
Family doctors can manage older men with urinary symptoms using exams, tests, and medications.
research The Enzyme and Inhibitors of 4-Ene-3-Oxosteroid 5α-Oxidoreductase
Inhibitors of the enzyme 5 alpha-reductase could potentially treat disorders like prostate cancer and baldness.
research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia and Discoid Lupus Erythematosus: More Than a Coincidence
The conclusion is that having both Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia and Discoid Lupus Erythematosus may suggest a shared immune response in certain people, and a mix of antimalarial drugs and 5-alfa-reductase inhibitors is recommended for treatment.
research Androgenetic Alopecia Treated With Topical Minoxidil: A Case Report and Review of Treatment Options
Topical minoxidil improved hair loss in a patient when used consistently.
research Association of Suicidality and Depression with 5α-Reductase Inhibitors
5α-reductase inhibitors may increase the risk of depression and suicidal thoughts.
research The Risk of Dementia with the Use of 5 Alpha Reductase Inhibitors
Using 5 alpha reductase inhibitors may increase dementia risk in the first two years.
research Oral Minoxidil Therapy in Hair Loss: Where Do We Stand?
Oral minoxidil is effective for various hair loss types and may improve male sexual function, but aspirin can reduce its effectiveness.
research 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitors in the Treatment of Male Androgenetic Alopecia: Clinical Experience
Low-dose dutasteride effectively and safely promotes hair growth in men with androgenetic alopecia.