research 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitors and Combination Therapy
Finasteride and dutasteride are effective for long-term treatment of enlarged prostates but have sexual side effects and a risk of high-grade prostate cancer.
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research Medical Management of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Alpha-blockers and 5-alpha reductase inhibitors are main treatments for BPH, with new support for phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitors and beta-3 agonists.
research Alopecia Areata: Treatment Options and Efficacy
Some treatments can help with a hair loss condition called alopecia areata, but none ensure lasting results; choices depend on the person, with JAK inhibitors showing promise for severe cases.
research Most Recent Findings of Curative Drugs for Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms in Clinical Practice
Current treatments for lower urinary tract symptoms include α1-blockers, 5ARIs, PDE5 inhibitors, anticholinergic agents, and β3-adrenergic receptor agonists.
research Medications Most Commonly Associated with Erectile Dysfunction: Evaluation of the Food and Drug Administration National Pharmacovigilance Database
Certain medications, especially 5-alpha reductase inhibitors, are commonly linked to erectile dysfunction.
research Investigation, Treatment, and Monitoring of Late-Onset Hypogonadism in Males: ISA, ISSAM, and EAU Recommendations
Testosterone treatment for older men can have short-term benefits, but long-term risks are unclear, requiring careful evaluation and monitoring.
research Efficacy and Side Effects of Drugs Commonly Used for the Treatment of Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms Associated With Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Different drugs for prostate-related urinary symptoms work but have various side effects, and treatment should be tailored to the individual.
research Lack of Efficacy of Apremilast in 9 Patients with Severe Alopecia Areata
Apremilast did not work for treating severe alopecia areata.
research Sexual Dysfunction Related to Drugs: A Critical Review. Part V: Alpha-Blocker and 5-ARI Drugs
α-Blockers and 5-ARIs for BPH can cause sexual dysfunction, including erectile and ejaculatory issues.
research Wider Clinical Applications of Fumaric Acid Esters: A Useful Option in Psoriasis Patients with Multiple Sclerosis
Finasteride for hair loss in young men may significantly increase the risk of sexual dysfunction.
research Targeting Anti-Inflammatory Immunonanocarriers to Human and Murine Neutrophils via Ly6 Antigen for Psoriasiform Dermatitis Alleviation
The study created special nanoparticles that effectively deliver an anti-inflammatory drug to treat skin inflammation in psoriasis.
research Study of QuantiFERON’s Conversion/Reversal Phenomena in Patients with Psoriasis During Biological Treatment
Young men taking finasteride for hair loss have a higher risk of sexual dysfunction.
research Evaluation of Risk of SSRI-Associated Impotence and Low Libido in Men Exposed to Finasteride
Finasteride and SSRIs together increase impotence and low libido risk in men.
research Apremilast Is Efficacious in Refractory Alopecia Areata
Apremilast helps regrow hair in hard-to-treat alopecia areata.
research Pharmacological Approaches in Managing Symptomatic Relief of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: A Comprehensive Review
Tadalafil is effective for treating urinary symptoms in men with BPH.
research 22-Year-Old Male with Several Discrete Patches of Hair Loss
A 22-year-old man has alopecia areata, an autoimmune hair loss condition, with various treatments available.
research Treatment of Actinic Cheilitis with Ingenol Mebutate Gel: Experience in Four Patients
Finasteride for hair loss in young men increases the risk of sexual dysfunction.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma for Urologic Conditions: An Early Call for Composition Reporting
The conclusion is that future trials should report specific details about the PRP composition to better understand its effects on urologic conditions.
research Finasteride-Associated Suicide and Depression in Men Treated for Hypogonadism and Impotence
Finasteride alone increases suicide risk, but combining it with other treatments reduces this risk.
research JAK Inhibitors: New Players in the Field of Immune-Mediated Diseases Beyond Rheumatoid Arthritis
JAK inhibitors are effective in treating various immune-related diseases, not just rheumatoid arthritis.
research The PDE4 Inhibitor, Apremilast, Suppresses Experimentally Induced Alopecia Areata in Human Skin In Vivo
Apremilast may help treat hair loss in alopecia areata.
research Registrars And Fellows Update Session 2
The session covered updates on skin treatments, including radiotherapy, imiquimod, acitretin, JAK inhibitors, and strategies for managing rosacea and preventing surgical infections.
research Medications Most Commonly Associated With Erectile Dysfunction: Evaluation Of The Food And Drug Administration National Pharmacovigilance Database
Certain medications, especially 5-α reductase inhibitors and neuropsychiatric drugs, are often linked to erectile dysfunction.
research Cytokine-Targeted Treatment in Alopecia Areata - New Possibilities?
New cytokine-targeted therapies show promise for treating alopecia areata.
research Repurposing Existing Drugs for COVID-19: An Endocrinology Perspective
Existing drug dexamethasone may lower death risk in severe COVID-19 cases; more research needed for other drugs.
research Novel Therapies for Alopecia Areata: The Era of Rational Drug Development
New targeted therapies for hair loss from alopecia areata show promise, with personalized treatment expected in the future.
research The Long Term Effects of Doxazosin, Finasteride, and the Combination on Sexual Function in Men Participating in the MTOPS Study
Doxazosin and finasteride negatively affect sexual function in men with BPH.
research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: A Disease Fascinating for the Researcher, Disappointing for the Clinician and Distressing for the Patient
Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia is a poorly understood condition that is hard to treat and causes distressing hair loss.
research Impact of Hormones on Female Sexual Function and Dysfunction
Hormones significantly affect women's sexual function, and more research is needed to improve treatments for sexual dysfunction with minimal side effects.
research Past, Present, and Future Treatment of Alopecia Areata
More research is needed to find the best long-term treatments for Alopecia Areata.