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Finasteride effectively treats enlarged prostate and male baldness, improves symptoms of hirsutism in women, but doesn't work for acne, and may delay prostate cancer progression with few side effects.
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research Association of Androgenetic Alopecia with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: A Case Control Study
Hair loss linked to prostate enlargement; stress and family history important factors.
research Endocrine Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy: Current Concepts
New hormonal treatments for enlarged prostate show promise for safer, effective non-surgical options.
research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia After Antiandrogen Hormonal Therapy in a Male Patient
A male patient developed frontal fibrosing alopecia after antiandrogen therapy for prostate cancer.
research Clinical Use of 5α-Reductase Inhibitors
Finasteride effectively treats hair loss and enlarged prostate in men, with mild side effects.
research Association of Frailty Index with Clinical Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Progression and Serious Adverse Events: The MTOPS Trial
Frailer men have a higher risk of worsening prostate problems and serious health events needing hospital care.
research Saw Palmetto
Saw palmetto can help with prostate issues and may promote hair growth.
research The Relation Between Androgenetic Thin Hair Diagnosed by Trichoscope and Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Men with thinner hair from genetic hair loss may be more likely to have an enlarged prostate.
research 5α-Reductase Inhibitors and Prostatic Disease
5α-Reductase inhibitors can help treat hair loss, acne, and prostate issues by reducing DHT levels.
research 11α-Hydroxyprogesterone, a Potent 11β-Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase Inhibitor, Is Metabolized by Steroid-5α-Reductase and Cytochrome P450 17α-Hydroxylase/17,20-Lyase to Produce C11α-Derivatives of 21-Deoxycortisol and 11-Hydroxyandrostenedione In Vitro
11α-Hydroxyprogesterone is changed into different substances by certain enzymes and may play a role in prostate cancer.
research Health Issues Unique to the Aging Man
Aging men face unique health issues like erectile dysfunction, prostate problems, and baldness.
research Clinical Application of 5α-Reductase Inhibitors
5α-reductase inhibitors, like finasteride and dutasteride, effectively treat BPH, male baldness, and hirsutism, with potential for acne and prostate cancer prevention.
research Case-Only Trees and Random Forests for Exploring Genotype-Specific Treatment Effects in Randomized Clinical Trials with Dichotomous End Points
Case-only trees and random forests improve predictions of treatment effects in clinical trials.
research A Woman with Focal Alopecia
A 65-year-old woman has a growing bald spot on her scalp.
research Exogenous Testosterone or Testosterone with Finasteride Increases Bone Mineral Density in Older Men with Low Serum Testosterone
Testosterone therapy increases bone density in older men with low testosterone levels.
research Evaluation and Treatment of Male and Female Pattern Hair Loss
Early diagnosis and treatment, using finasteride, minoxidil, or hair transplantation, improves hair loss outcomes.
research S1 Guideline for Diagnostic Evaluation in Androgenetic Alopecia in Men, Women, and Adolescents
Guidelines for diagnosing common hair loss include detailed history, clinical examination, and various diagnostic techniques.
research Urinary Retention in Patients with BPH Treated with Finasteride or Placebo Over 4 Years
Finasteride lowers risk of urinary issues and surgery by over 50% in 4 years.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: An Update
Minoxidil and finasteride effectively treat hair loss.
research Hair Loss in Women: Comprehensive Overview and Treatment Options
Effective hair loss treatment in women requires correct diagnosis and can include medications like minoxidil, antiandrogens, and treatments for underlying conditions like PCOS.
research Pattern Hair Loss in Men: Diagnosis, Genetic Link, Clinical Features, and Treatments
Male pattern hair loss caused by follicular miniaturization; early diagnosis and treatment can reduce psychological burden.
research Azasteroids as Inhibitors of Testosterone 5α-Reductase in Mammalian Skin
Certain 4-azasteroids are effective at blocking the enzyme that processes testosterone in human skin and could help treat acne, excessive hair growth, and male pattern baldness.
research The Natural History of Androgenetic Alopecia
AGA affects many, progresses differently, and early treatment is crucial.
research Gynecomastia After Finasteride Therapy
Finasteride may cause breast enlargement, low testosterone a risk factor.
research Evaluation and Management of the Hair Loss Patient in the Primary Care Setting
Doctors should diagnose hair loss by examining the patient and possibly doing tests, and then treat it based on the type, which may prevent permanent hair loss.
research Understanding Androgenetic Alopecia: Continuing Medical Education
The document concludes that androgenetic alopecia is common, has a genetic link, and can be diagnosed and treated with medications like finasteride and minoxidil.
research Androgenetic Alopecia in Women
Female hair loss is often hereditary and can be treated with medication, hair transplants, and lasers.
research Alopecia: Managing the Basics
The document concludes that treatments for female hair loss and excess body hair are available, but managing expectations is important.
research Onychomatricoma with Classic Features: Case Report and Review of the Literature
Hair loss is a common side effect of hormone treatments for cancer.
research Australian Hair and Wool Research Society Cutaneous Biology and Endocrinology Workshop
The workshop highlighted the genetic links and psychological impacts of hair loss and skin disorders.