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research Why Odds Ratios Can Be Tricky Statistics
Odds Ratios can be misleading; it's better to also present risk and Relative Risks for clarity.
research Oral Finasteride Presents With Sexual-Unrelated Withdrawal in Long-Term Treated Androgenic Alopecia in Men
Most men stopped using the hair loss treatment not because of sexual side effects, but because they didn't see positive results.
research Can Male-Pattern Baldness Be Prevented? Promising Results from a Study on Treating Male-Pattern Baldness with Oral Finasteride
Finasteride may increase hair growth and prevent baldness in men, but can cause sexual side effects.
research 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitor Related Litigation: A Legal Database Review
Most legal cases about 5α-reductase inhibitors, drugs for hair loss and prostate issues, complain about side effects and delayed cancer diagnosis, with most lawsuits settled out of court.
research The Mossman–Pacey Paradox: Evolutionary Contradictions in Male Enhancement Treatments
Men using steroids or finasteride to look more attractive may harm their fertility and sexual function, creating a paradox where they seem fit but may be less able to reproduce.
research Discriminating in Favor of or Against Men with Increased Risk of Finasteride-Related Side Effects?
Finasteride treats baldness but may cause lasting sexual side effects.
research The Adverse Effects of Commonly Used Medications on Male Fertility: A Comprehensive Review
Some common medications may harm male fertility by affecting hormones, sperm production, and sexual function.
research Marijuana, Alcohol, Erectile Dysfunction, And Depression: Epidemiologic Correlations With Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia/Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms
Marijuana use is linked to higher chances of needing treatment for urinary symptoms in men over 40.
research Adverse Effects of 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitor Therapy in Men With Androgenetic Alopecia: Is There Cause for Concern?
5-alpha reductase inhibitors may cause sexual side effects, breast complications, and other health risks in men with hair loss.
research Introduction to Endocrinological Aspects of Andrology: What Is New?
The document discusses new insights into how hormones affect male sexual health and related conditions.
research Understanding Hair Loss
Finasteride improves hair growth and satisfaction in men with male pattern baldness but may cause sexual side effects.
research Case Study: The Sexual, Physical, and Psychological Effects of Post-Finasteride Syndrome
Post-finasteride syndrome can cause lasting sexual, physical, and mental health issues with limited treatment options.
research Multidimensional Assessment of Adverse Events of Finasteride: A Real-World Pharmacovigilance Analysis Based on FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS) from 2004 to April 2024
Finasteride has various adverse effects, including sexual dysfunction and mental health issues, which vary by age and gender.
research Role of Dutasteride in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia
Dutasteride effectively treats hair loss in men who don't respond to finasteride.
research The Role of Topical Finasteride in Hair Loss Management: Current Evidence and Future Perspectives
Topical finasteride might help with male hair loss with fewer side effects than pills, but more research is needed.
research Finasteride and Dutasteride for the Treatment of Male Androgenetic Alopecia: A Review of Efficacy and Reproductive Adverse Effects
Finasteride and Dutasteride can improve hair growth in male baldness but may cause temporary sexual dysfunction and possibly affect fertility.
research Sustainable UV Approaches Supported by Greenness and Whiteness Assessments for Estimating a Recently FDA-Approved Combination for Managing Urologic Disorders: Tukey's Test
New, eco-friendly methods accurately measure TDF and FNS in a new urologic medication.
research Beliefs and Counseling Practices Among Dermatologists Regarding Sexual and Other Adverse Effects of Finasteride
Many dermatologists believe finasteride can cause sexual side effects and counsel patients about them.
research Trazodone and Chlorpromazine: A Proposal Treatment for Post-Finasteride Syndrome and Post-Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors Syndrome
Trazodone and chlorpromazine may help treat sexual dysfunction caused by finasteride and SSRIs.
research Serum Testosterone Levels and Clinical Signs of Hypogonadism in Men with Type 2 Diabetes
Men with type 2 diabetes often have low testosterone and signs of hypogonadism, especially if they are overweight.
research Summary of Hair Diseases: Cicatricial and Non-Cicatricial
Hair loss without scarring is more common than permanent hair loss with scarring, and is often due to genetic factors.
research Reinventing the Selfie: Telemedicine in a Tertiary Referral Sexual Medicine Practice
Telemedicine is effective for sexual medicine consultations.
research A Comparison of Self-Reported Signs of Facial Aging Among Women in Australia vs. Those in the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada
Women in Australia report different signs of facial aging compared to women in the US, UK, and Canada; men with Lichen planopilaris often have hormonal abnormalities and thyroid disease.
research A Clinicopathologic Study of Lichen Planopilaris Among Men
Most men with lichen planopilaris had it confirmed by biopsy and often had thyroid issues, sexual dysfunction, or prostate cancer, hinting at a link with hormonal problems.
research Effect of 5α-Reductase Inhibitors on Sexual Function: New Contributions
5-alpha reductase inhibitors increase the risk of sexual dysfunction in patients treating enlarged prostate but not in those treating hair loss.
research Economic Implications of Urologist Prescription Practices Among Medicare Part D Beneficiaries
Using more low-cost and generic drugs could save Medicare Part D a lot of money.
research Finasteride And Androgenetic Alopecia: Seeking A Therapeutic Approach Based On Comprehensive Men's Health Care
Finasteride is commonly used for male pattern hair loss but has potential risks, including irreversible sexual dysfunction.
research Comments Concerning the Real Risk of Sexual Adverse Events Secondary to the Use of 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitors
The document concludes that the risk of sexual side effects from 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors is low and often temporary, but more research is needed on potential permanent effects.
research Finasteride
Some men taking finasteride for hair loss experienced anxiety, depression, and sexual problems, which sometimes continued after stopping the medication.