research Finasteride Counseling for Male Androgenetic Alopecia Should Reflect Updated Findings on Prostate Cancer Risk
Finasteride is safe for hair loss treatment and doesn't increase high-grade prostate cancer risk.
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research Neuroimaging of Sleep and Depression
Sleep problems and skin issues affect each other; poor sleep can worsen skin conditions, and some skin treatments can improve or harm sleep quality.
research Androgen Therapy in Women: A Reappraisal: An Endocrine Society Clinical Practice Guideline
The guidelines advise against using testosterone and DHEA in women for most conditions due to safety and effectiveness concerns, but suggest considering testosterone for postmenopausal women with low sexual desire.
research Testosterone Therapy for Transgender Men: Effects and Safety
Testosterone therapy in transgender men has both desired effects like increased muscle mass and potential health risks such as higher cardiovascular risk.
research Alopecia and the Metabolic Syndrome
Men with common hair loss may have a higher risk of heart disease and diabetes, and should be checked for these conditions.
research Data-Driven Analysis to Understand Long COVID Using Electronic Health Records From the RECOVER Initiative
Long COVID patients have more health issues than non-infected people.
research Inhibitors of 5α-Reductase-Related Side Effects in Patients Seeking Medical Care for Sexual Dysfunction
5α-reductase inhibitors may worsen sexual drive and spontaneous erections but don't worsen existing erectile or ejaculatory problems.
research The Safety of Testosterone Therapy in Women
Testosterone therapy seems safe for short-term use in postmenopausal women with low sexual desire, but more research on long-term effects is needed.
research The Post-Finasteride Syndrome: Clinical Manifestation of Drug-Induced Epigenetics Due to Endocrine Disruption
Finasteride can cause lasting sexual dysfunction, depression, and other side effects, needing more research for treatment.
research Comprehensive Overview of Rheumatology Studies: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, February 13–16, 2013
The document concludes that various findings in rheumatology offer insights into disease severity, treatment responses, and potential risks in medication, with some limitations due to unspecified participant numbers.
research The Association Between Metabolic Syndrome Components and Hair Loss in Both Male and Female Individuals
Hair loss may signal metabolic problems and increased risk of heart disease, suggesting people with hair loss should be checked for these issues.
research Five-Alpha Reductase Inhibitor and Breast Cancer Risk in Men: A Systematic Review
Taking 5-alpha reductase inhibitors does not increase breast cancer risk in men.
research Risk Factors for Prostate Cancer: An Umbrella Review of Prospective Observational Studies and Mendelian Randomization Analyses
Physical activity, height, and smoking affect prostate cancer risk.
research Cancer Risk in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Patients: Common Treatments and Future Perspectives
PCOS may increase the risk of certain cancers.
research Calcineurin-Based Immunosuppression in Renal Transplantation: Focus on Efficacy, the Role of Steroids, and Cardiovascular Risk
Tacrolimus causes fewer acute rejections than cyclosporin A in kidney transplants but doesn't necessarily improve kidney function after one year; cardiovascular risks and side effects vary between the two drugs.
research Sex Hormones and Related Compounds, Including Hormonal Contraceptives
Exposure to certain sex hormones can increase health risks, while some hormone therapies may offer benefits for specific conditions.
research Forum
The document concludes that various medications and treatments can have significant, sometimes adverse, effects on health outcomes.
research Post-Finasteride Syndrome: When Will We Get the Courage to Fight the Dictating Pharma Industry Despite Awareness of Sexual, Neurological, and Metabolic Side Effects in Young Men for Over a Decade
Finasteride, a drug used for certain conditions, can cause serious side effects like sexual dysfunction, suicidal thoughts, and increased diabetes risk, and there's a need for more awareness and research about these effects.
research Liarozole: A Novel Treatment Approach for Advanced Prostate Cancer - Results of a Large Randomized Trial Versus Cyproterone Acetate
Liarozole may be more effective than cyproterone acetate for treating advanced prostate cancer, with better PSA response and survival rates, while maintaining quality of life.
research Hormone Replacement Therapy and COVID-19 Outcomes in Solid Organ Transplant Recipients Compared With the General Population
Hormone replacement therapy may lower the risk of severe COVID-19 outcomes in non-immunosuppressed people and male organ transplant recipients.
research Serum Testosterone And Dihydrotestosterone And Incidence And Progression Of Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms: Results From The Reduce Study
Higher testosterone and DHT levels are not linked to urinary symptoms in men.
research The Associated Burden of Mental Health Conditions in Alopecia Areata: A Population-Based Study in UK Primary Care
People with alopecia areata have a higher risk of depression and anxiety, and often face unemployment and work absences.
research Spironolactone Use Does Not Increase the Risk of Female Breast Cancer Recurrence: A Retrospective Analysis
Taking spironolactone doesn't increase the chance of breast cancer coming back.
research Photographic Assessment Improves Adherence to Recommended Follow-Up in Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia and Alopecia Areata: A Retrospective Cohort Study
research Risk of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Women Exposed to Fine Air Pollutants and Acidic Gases: A Nationwide Cohort Analysis
Breathing in high levels of certain air pollutants significantly increases women's risk of developing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.
research Sex-Related Differences in the Pharmacological Response in SARS-CoV-2 Infection, Dyslipidemia, and Diabetes Mellitus: A Narrative Review
Men and women respond differently to drugs for COVID-19, high cholesterol, and diabetes, which suggests a need for personalized treatments.
research Health Risks Associated with Long-Term Finasteride and Dutasteride Use: It's Time to Sound the Alarm
Long-term use of finasteride and dutasteride can cause serious health issues like diabetes and liver problems.
research The Burden of Alopecia Areata: A Scoping Review Focusing on Quality of Life, Mental Health, and Work Productivity
Alopecia areata greatly affects people's life quality, mental health, and work life.
research Transgenerational Transmission of Reproductive and Metabolic Dysfunction in Male Progeny of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Sons of mothers with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) have a higher risk of obesity and insulin resistance, possibly due to certain genes and factors passed down from their mothers.
research Table 1
Androgen suppression therapy (AST) doesn't significantly lower bladder cancer risk, but using finasteride, a type of AST, might reduce it. AST decreases recurrence-free survival but doesn't affect overall survival or progression-free survival. More research is needed to understand AST's benefits.