research An Old Problem with a New Cause: 5 Alpha Reductase Inhibitors and Persistent Sexual Dysfunction
Hair loss drugs like finasteride may cause lasting sexual and mood side effects, and more research is needed to understand these risks.
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research Common Urologic Diseases in Older Men and Their Treatment: How They Impact Fertility
Urologic diseases and treatments in older men can negatively affect fertility, and doctors should talk to patients about this.
research Assessing Dutasteride-Associated Sexual Dysfunction Using the U.S. Food and Drug Administration Adverse Event Reporting System
Dutasteride is linked to a higher chance of sexual dysfunction, especially in younger males and the elderly.
research Safety and Efficacy of Transdermal Testosterone for Treatment of Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder
Transdermal testosterone can improve sexual desire in postmenopausal women but lacks long-term safety data and is not FDA-approved for this use.
research The Role of Androgens in Hormone Replacement Therapy
Androgen therapy can help with symptoms like low libido in women, but more research is needed to understand its long-term safety and effects on health.
research Sexual Function in Women with Androgen Excess Disorders: Classic Forms of Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Women with congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) have more sexual function issues than those with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), but physical activity can improve sexual functioning in all women.
research Connexin 43 Expression in the Testes During Postnatal Development of Finasteride-Treated Male Rat Offspring
Finasteride treatment changes Cx43 in rat testes, possibly causing fertility issues.
research To Study Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder in a Fragile X Carrier Female Successfully Treated with Local Testosterone Application
Local testosterone treatment improved sexual desire in a female with fragile X syndrome.
research Treatment of Female Sexual Dysfunction in Postmenopausal Women: What Is the Evidence?
Hormonal changes and psychological issues can cause sexual dysfunction in postmenopausal women. Behavioral therapy is recommended first, with hormone replacement helping some symptoms but not libido. Testosterone can improve libido, but its effects on overall sexual function are unclear. Emotional and relationship issues should be addressed before using medication, and the benefits and risks of testosterone supplementation should be considered.
research Clinical Evaluation of Women Presenting with Low Libido and Determination of Whether Androgen Therapy Might Be Appropriate
Androgen therapy might help some women with low libido, but it has risks and should be used carefully.
research Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Elevates the Distress of Sexual Pain in Iranian Women with Infertility
PCOS increases sexual pain distress in infertile women.
research Physician Insights Into The Safety Of Flibanserin For The Treatment Of Sexual Dysfunction In Men
Flibanserin shows promise for treating male sexual dysfunction but has side effects like insomnia and fatigue.
research Ovarian Hyperthecosis as a Cause of Hypersexualization in a Post-Menopausal Female
Ovarian Hyperthecosis caused hypersexuality in an older woman and was successfully treated with surgery.
research Analysis of Mice Skin Distribution Using MALDI-MSI After Subcutaneous Injections of a New Potent Inhibitor of Human Hair Growth, FOL-005
Some men don't respond to common hair loss treatments, but a new inhibitor, FOL-005, shows promise for targeting unwanted hair growth.
research Rebalance of the Scalp Microbiota by a Multifunctional Ingredient
Dutasteride improved hair density and thickness in men not helped by finasteride, with minimal side effects.
research Finasteride
Some men taking finasteride for hair loss experienced anxiety, depression, and sexual problems, which sometimes continued after stopping the medication.
research The Persistent Effects of 5α-Reductase Inhibitors Used in the Treatment of Androgenic Alopecia on Men’s Health
Using 5α-reductase inhibitors for hair loss can cause lasting sexual, physical, mental, and vascular health issues in men, even after stopping the medication.
research Grey-Scale Penile Ultrasound Findings in Young Men With Erectile Dysfunction Who Used Finasteride for Androgenic Alopecia
Finasteride for hair loss may cause erectile dysfunction due to tissue fibrosis, and various factors contribute to female sexual dysfunction.
research Hand Preference and Sexual Orientation as Useful Elements to Predict Finasteride Side Effects in Male Androgenic Alopecia
research Dutasteride for Men with Androgenic Alopecia Unresponsive to Finasteride
research 200 Uncommon Finasteride Side Effects in Male Androgenic Alopecia
research The Effect of Finasteride in Men with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Finasteride effectively treats BPH but may increase sexual dysfunction risk.
research Is Dehydroepiandrosterone a Hormone?
Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) is a prohormone important for producing sex steroids and has potential health benefits.
research Androgen Therapy in Women: An Endocrine Society Clinical Practice Guideline
The Endocrine Society advised against routine testosterone therapy for women, citing a need for more research on long-term safety and a clear definition of androgen deficiency.
research Finasteride 5mg and Sexual Side Effects: How Many Are Related to a Nocebo Phenomenon?
Knowing about finasteride's sexual side effects increases reported dysfunction.
research Erectile Dysfunction in Young Men: A Review of Prevalence and Risk Factors
Erectile dysfunction is increasingly common in men under 40, with many physical and psychological causes, and various treatment options available.
research Do Men's Faces Really Signal Heritable Immunocompetence?
Masculine facial features may not reliably indicate heritable health, and more research is needed.
research Effect of Testosterone Supplementation With and Without a Dual 5α-Reductase Inhibitor on Fat-Free Mass in Men With Suppressed Testosterone Production
Testosterone's muscle-building effects do not require its conversion to DHT.
research Pharma in the Bedroom and the Kitchen: The Pharmaceuticalisation of Daily Life
The conclusion is that the increasing use of drugs for lifestyle reasons is a complex issue influenced by corporate profit, consumer behavior, and the medicalization of everyday life, with potential negative effects on personal well-being.
research 5α-Reductase Inhibition Prevents the Luteal Phase Increase in Plasma Allopregnanolone Levels and Mitigates Symptoms in Women with Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder
High-dose dutasteride reduces PMDD symptoms by stabilizing neurosteroid levels.