research The Effect of Finasteride on the Male Rat Brain
Finasteride affects the male rat brain by reducing certain protein activation, but these effects may reverse after stopping the drug.
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300-330 / 1000+ results research Genomic Markers and Personalized Medicine in Androgenetic Alopecia: A Comprehensive Review
Personalized treatments for hair loss are becoming more effective by using genetic information.
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.
research Androgenetic Alopecia
Androgenetic alopecia, or hair loss, is influenced by hormones and genetics, and can be treated with medications like minoxidil, finasteride, or hormone therapy, with effectiveness evaluated after 6 months.
research Intracrine Testosterone Activation in Human Pancreatic Beta-Cells Stimulates Insulin Secretion
Testosterone helps human pancreatic cells increase insulin release.
research Notes From The Editor Emeritus, 2011–2013
Caffeine can stimulate hair growth, but the best dose and frequency for hair loss treatment are still unknown.
research Penile Vascular Abnormalities in Young Men with Persistent Side Effects After Finasteride Use for the Treatment of Androgenic Alopecia
Finasteride for hair loss may cause lasting sexual, genitourinary, mental, and anti-androgenic side effects in young men.
research Impact of Anti-Androgen Therapies on COVID-19 Susceptibility: A Case-Control Study in Male Population from Two COVID-19 Regional Centers of Lombardy, Italy
Men taking 5-alpha reductase inhibitors for prostate issues may be less likely to experience severe COVID-19, but it doesn't prevent ICU admission or death.
research Editor's Picks January 2021
PrEP doesn't increase STI risk in high-risk men, anti-androgen drugs may lower ICU admission for male COVID-19 patients, a 3-point injection is better for crow's feet, and the 'Geriatric-8' tool could help assess frailty in older skin cancer patients.
research Effect of the Multifunctional Cosmetic Ingredient Sphinganine on Hair Loss in Men and Women with Diffuse Hair Reduction
Sphinganine can reduce hair loss and improve scalp health.
research Finasteride Induced Hyperglycemia
Finasteride may worsen blood sugar control in diabetic patients.
research Unusual Case of Hirsutism From Prolactinoma Induced Dihydrotestosterone Elevation
A woman's excessive hair growth was linked to a rare case of high testosterone caused by a prolactin-producing pituitary tumor.
research Regenerative Medicine Strategies for Hair Growth and Regeneration: A Narrative Review of Literature
New regenerative treatments for hair loss show promise but need more research for confirmation.
research Bladder Cancer Survival in Men Using 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitors
Using 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors may improve bladder cancer survival in men.
research Treatment Of Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia
Intralesional corticosteroids and 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors are the best treatments for frontal fibrosing alopecia.
research Introductory Chapter: Alopecia Management – An Update
Some types of hair loss can be reversed, others are permanent, and treatments vary by type.
research Managing Hair Loss
Different causes of hair loss require specific treatments, and most men and women will experience some form of hair thinning as they age.
research Finasteride as a Neo-Adjuvant Treatment for TURP: Literature Review
Finasteride, a drug that prevents testosterone conversion, can effectively reduce blood loss in prostate surgery, especially for patients with a prostatic volume over 30 cc, and decrease post-surgery complications.
research Phytochemicals With Anti 5-Alpha-Reductase Activity: A Prospective For Prostate Cancer Treatment
Plant-based compounds might be effective, low-side-effect treatments for prostate cancer by blocking a specific enzyme.
research Letter to the Editor on COVID-19 Infection in Men on Testosterone Replacement Therapy
The letter suggests testosterone replacement therapy might worsen COVID-19 outcomes.
research The Experimental Study on the Effect of Herbal Extracts on Hair Growth and Acne
Rubus coreanum may help hair growth but not through the tested mechanisms, and none of the herbal extracts help with acne.
research Chronic Exposure With 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitor Ameliorates Anxiety and Depression-Like Behaviors by Reducing Systemic Oxidative Stress in D-Galactose-Induced Aging Male Rats
Finasteride may help reduce anxiety and depression in elderly but might cause depression in young men.
research A Proposed Etiopathology of Persistent Dysfunctions Emerging from Use and Discontinuation of 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors: Sequelae of Drug-Mediated Microvasculopathy
The document suggests that drugs for prostate issues might cause lasting sexual, mental, and physical health problems due to blood vessel damage in the penis.
research Synthesis and Biological Evaluation of Novel Unsaturated Carboxysteroids as Human 5α-Reductase Inhibitors: A Legitimate Approach
New steroid compounds effectively inhibit 5α-reductase and may treat hair loss.
research Antioxidation, Anti-Inflammation, and Regulation of SRD5A Gene Expression of Oryza Sativa cv. Bue Bang 3 CMU Husk and Bran Extracts as Androgenetic Alopecia Molecular Treatment Substances
Rice husk and bran extracts from the Bue Bang 3 CMU variety can potentially treat hair loss due to their antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-androgenic properties.
research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: A Case Series of 65 Patients Seen in a Single Italian Centre
The study concluded that severity of Frontal fibrosing alopecia is not linked to how long someone has it, can start before menopause, and eyebrow loss may be an early sign.
research Identification of Hepatic Molecular Mechanisms of Action of Alpha-Tocopherol Using Global Gene Expression Profile Analysis in Rats
Vitamin E affects liver metabolism, enhancing stress resistance, reducing blood clotting, and altering hormone processing.
research Pathogenesis of Androgenetic Alopecia
Androgenetic alopecia, or hair loss, is caused by a mix of genetics, hormones, and environment, where testosterone affects hair growth and causes hair to become smaller and grow for a shorter time.
research Incomplete Recovery of Erectile Function in Rats After Discontinuation of Dual 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitor Therapy
Rats had lasting erectile problems after stopping a certain medication.
research Is COVID-19 a Risk Factor for Progression of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia and Exacerbation of Its Related Symptoms?: A Systematic Review
COVID-19 might worsen symptoms and progression of benign prostatic hyperplasia, possibly due to inflammation and metabolic disturbances in the prostate gland. More research is needed to confirm this.