research The Long-Term Effect of Specific Type II 5α-Reductase Inhibition With Finasteride on Bone Mineral Density in Men: Results of a 4-Year Placebo-Controlled Trial
Finasteride doesn't harm bone density in older men with BPH.
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150-180 / 984 results research Ursolic Acid Reduces Prostate Size and Dihydrotestosterone Level in a Rat Model of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Ursolic acid can shrink the prostate and lower a hormone linked to prostate growth in rats.
research Homology Modeling of 5-Alpha-Reductase 2 Using Available Experimental Data
Accurate protein modeling can help develop new treatments for prostate cancer and other diseases.
research Discoid Lupus Erythematosus Presenting with Cysts, Comedones, and Cicatricial Alopecia on the Scalp
The patient's scalp lesions stabilized with a combination of treatments after initial therapies failed.
research Effects of Castration on Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Castration significantly reduces prostate size and BPH symptoms.
research Reversible Visual Loss Caused by Combination Therapy of Alfuzosin and Finasteride in a Patient with Uveitic Glaucoma
Taking alfuzosin and finasteride together caused temporary vision loss in a glaucoma patient, but switching to tamsulosin helped.
research Umbilical Keratinous Cyst in a 7-Year-Old Girl: A Case Report
A 7-year-old girl had a non-painful skin growth at her belly button, which was removed and identified as a keratinous cyst.
research Male Alopecia, Finasteride, and Cancer Risk
Finasteride for hair loss may increase the risk of certain cancers and has side effects; better regulation and education on its use are needed.
research Increased Serum C-Reactive Protein Levels Imply Chronic Inflammation in Men with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia and Predominant Storage Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms
Higher CRP levels suggest chronic inflammation is linked to bladder-related urinary symptoms in men with enlarged prostates.
research Birt–Hogg–Dubé Syndrome: A Histopathological Pitfall With Similarities to Tuberous Sclerosis
Birt–Hogg–Dubé Syndrome requires genetic testing for accurate diagnosis due to its similarities with tuberous sclerosis.
research Benign Mucous Membrane Pemphigoid in a 68-Year-Old Woman with Conjunctival and Oral Lesions
A 68-year-old woman with benign mucous membrane pemphigoid has eye, mouth, and skin issues, including thick plaques and nail changes.
research Therapeutic Androgen Receptor Ligands
Androgens and SARMs play a role in body mass, frailty, skin health, and hair growth, and are used in treating prostate cancer, acne, and hair loss, with potential for new uses and improved versions in the future.
research Dutasteride for the Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Dutasteride effectively treats benign prostatic hyperplasia but isn't approved for preventing prostate cancer.
research Dutasteride, A Novel Dual 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitor, Reduces Serum DHT to a Greater Extent Versus Finasteride and Achieves Maximal Reduction in a Larger Proportion of Patients
Dutasteride reduces DHT more effectively than finasteride.
research Sexual, Physical, And Overall Adverse Effects In Patients Treated With 5α-Reductase Inhibitors: A Systematic Review And Meta-Analysis
Medications for hair loss and prostate issues can significantly increase the risk of sexual side effects and other negative symptoms.
research Risk of Erectile Dysfunction Associated with Use of 5α-Reductase Inhibitors for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia or Alopecia: Population-Based Studies Using the Clinical Practice Research Datalink
Using finasteride for hair loss or prostate issues does not significantly raise the risk of erectile dysfunction.
research The Placebo Effect And Randomized Trials: Analysis Of Conventional Medicine
The document concludes that it's important to understand the placebo effect when evaluating the effectiveness of treatments in medical trials.
research Finasteride Monotherapy Before TURP: Significant Improvement in Early Postoperative Quality of Life
Finasteride before TURP reduces blood loss and improves early postoperative quality of life.
research Are PSA Adjustments Necessary for Prostate Cancer Screening in Men Taking Finasteride for Hair Loss?
Finasteride for hair loss lowers PSA levels, so PSA values need adjusting when screening for prostate cancer.
research Hapten-Induced Lymphadenosis Benigna Cutis Secondary to Squaric Acid Dibutylester Sensitization for Alopecia Areata
Squaric acid dibutylester for alopecia areata can cause benign skin lymphoid growths.
research Finasteride Drug Safety Alert
Finasteride may cause depression, suicidal thoughts, and sexual side effects.
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 Does a Male Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Equivalent Exist?
Early onset baldness in men may indicate a condition similar to PCOS, linked to heart disease, diabetes, and prostate issues.
research Risk of Muscular Adverse Effects with Finasteride
Finasteride may cause serious muscle-related side effects.
research Faculty Opinions Recommendation of Effect of 1 mg/Day Finasteride on Concentrations of Serum Prostate-Specific Antigen in Men With Androgenic Alopecia: A Randomised Controlled Trial
Taking 1mg of finasteride daily for hair loss can lower PSA levels by 40-50%, so to keep PSA effective as a cancer screening tool, the PSA value should be doubled during treatment.
research Effect of Finasteride and/or Terazosin on Serum PSA: Results of VA Cooperative Study #359
Finasteride reduces PSA levels, terazosin doesn't affect them, and tracking prostate cancer in patients taking finasteride could be difficult.
research Is Androgenetic Alopecia Associated With Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia? Analysis of 907 Patients
Hair loss is linked to higher prostate-specific antigen levels and urinary symptoms, likely due to age.
research Association of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia with Male Pattern Baldness
Men with enlarged prostates often have more severe baldness.
research Male Breast Cancer After Finasteride Therapy for Benign Prostate Hyperplasia
A man developed male breast cancer after four years of finasteride treatment for an enlarged prostate.
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.