September 2024 in “Pediatrics in Review” In this case review, researchers describe a 17-year-old transgender male experiencing clitoromegaly, hirsutism, and oligomenorrhea, investigating conditions like PCOS and non-prescription testosterone use for gender affirmation, and highlighting the importance of gender-affirming care to improve mental health outcomes.
This review discusses the evaluation and treatment options for hirsutism, including both cosmetic and pharmacological interventions, but reports no new research findings.
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May 2012 in “Expert Opinion on Emerging Drugs” New treatments for male hypogonadism are effective and should be personalized.
January 2018 in “Journal of analytical, bioanalytical and separation techniques” March 2023 in “The Journal of Urology” This study concluded that male patients with improved lower urinary tract symptoms may have a lower risk of death, suggesting a potential benefit of treating symptoms beyond just managing patient discomfort.
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February 2017 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” This article provides an endocrine perspective on evaluating and managing hirsutism but reports no new research findings.
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August 1998 in “Australasian journal of dermatology” This review discusses various treatments for hirsutism, including cosmetic techniques, anti-androgens like spironolactone, and new drugs such as finasteride and flutamide, but it reports no new clinical results.
This report discusses Titanflow as a potential improvement in male urinary health by focusing on the detrusor muscle rather than prostate size, suggesting it may offer relief where other supplements have limited effectiveness.
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January 2001 in “American journal of clinical dermatology” This study found that eflornithine 15% cream reduced unwanted facial hair growth more effectively than a placebo in women with hirsutism, but hair growth returned to pretreatment levels within 8 weeks of stopping treatment.
Finasteride helps treat male hair loss but may lower sex drive.
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January 2017 Personalized treatment is crucial for women with hyperandrogenism-related acne and hirsutism.
January 2023 in “Revista Ibero-Americana de Humanidades, Ciências e Educação” This source explores treatments for male-pattern baldness, highlighting finasteride, which reduces DHT levels to support hair growth, and minoxidil, used for vasodilation and hair health, though the exact mechanisms remain partly unclear.
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June 2009 in “PubMed”
January 2011 in “Reactions Weekly” St. John's Wort may reduce the effectiveness of finasteride by increasing its breakdown in the body.
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June 2009 in “Current Medical Research and Opinion” In this study, men seeking treatment for male pattern hair loss were highly concerned about their condition and had often attempted self-treatment, but many were dissatisfied with their physician consultations due to unmet expectations and perceived indifference from doctors.
April 2017 in “The Journal of Urology” This study found that patients with BPH who received finasteride before TURP experienced reduced intraoperative blood loss and improved quality of life one month after surgery compared to those who did not.
January 2002 in “Hair transplant forum international” This commentary elaborates on Edwin Epstein's journey into hair restoration surgery without presenting new research findings.
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September 2001 in “PubMed” Finasteride is advertised directly to consumers for treating male pattern hair loss.
November 2018 in “Studies in Medical Sciences” This study found that Finasteride microemulsion gel significantly reduced acne lesions in men compared to a control treatment over three months.
December 2000 in “Journal of the Royal Society of Medicine” Antiandrogen therapy may help treat hidradenitis suppurativa.
10 citations
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November 2017 in “Dermatologic Clinics” This review highlights men's cosmetic interests, focusing on maintaining a masculine appearance while managing scalp hair, facial lines, and other aging signs, but presents no new findings.
May 2026 in “International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology” This source describes how androgenic alopecia, or pattern hair loss, affects about 70% of men and is linked to factors like stress, hormonal imbalances, and lifestyle issues, which can also impact psychological well-being and potentially contribute to severe health conditions such as heart disease.
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August 2023 in “The World Journal of Men s Health” This study found that red ginseng oil (RXGIN) significantly improved lower urinary tract symptoms and some aspects of sexual function in men, with no serious adverse events reported.
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July 2013 in “Clinical Drug Investigation”
July 2023 in “Dermatology and Therapy” This review analyzed the use of 5-alpha reductase inhibitors (5ARIs) for treating various dermatological conditions such as androgenetic alopecia, acne, and hirsutism, emphasizing their efficacy and safety profile.
September 2021 in “Faculty Opinions – Post-Publication Peer Review of the Biomedical Literature” July 2026 in “Dermatology Practical & Conceptual” In this study, the researchers observed that gastrointestinal side effects, such as flatulence and abdominal discomfort, were more common in patients taking low-dose oral minoxidil, especially among males and those using concurrent vasodilators.
November 2024 in “Dermatitis” This review identifies specific personal care products and allergens commonly causing allergic contact dermatitis in men, which may improve diagnosis and treatment.
October 2025 in “Transplantation” This study found that finasteride delivered through dissolving microneedles enhanced skin drug permeation compared to films, suggesting potential for improved androgenetic alopecia treatment with fewer side effects.