research Advances in Knowledge of Androgens: How Intentional and Accidental Neurosteroid Changes Inform Us of Their Action and Role
Finasteride can have lasting negative effects on brain function and behavior by disrupting neurosteroid production.
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research Repurposing Steroidogenesis Inhibitors for the Therapy of Neuropsychiatric Disorders: Promises and Caveats
Drugs for hormone-related conditions might help treat mental disorders but could have serious side effects.
research Prospective Randomized Study of Sexual Function in Men Taking Dutasteride for the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia
Dutasteride safely treats hair loss without harming sexual function.
research Development and Skin Penetration Pathway Evaluation Using Confocal Laser Scanning Microscopy of Microemulsions for Dermal Delivery Enhancement of Finasteride
Finasteride-loaded microemulsions can effectively enhance skin delivery for treating hair loss.
research Persistent Sexual and Nonsexual Adverse Effects of Finasteride in Younger Men
Finasteride can cause sexual problems and depression in young men.
research A New Look at the 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitor Finasteride
Finasteride treats enlarged prostate and hair loss, but may cause side effects in some patients.
research Understanding and Addressing Hair Disorders in Transgender Individuals
Hormone therapy affects hair growth in transgender individuals, with testosterone potentially causing hair loss in trans men and estrogen reducing facial/body hair in trans women; treatment options vary.
research Medical Management of Male Pattern Hair Loss
Minoxidil and finasteride can slow or halt hair loss, but may have side effects.
research Sexual Function and Depressive Symptoms in Young Women With Nonclassic Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
Young women with nonclassic congenital adrenal hyperplasia may experience worse sexual function and mild depression compared to healthy women.
research Human Type 3 5α-Reductase Is Expressed in Peripheral Tissues at Higher Levels Than Types 1 and 2 and Its Activity Is Potently Inhibited by Finasteride and Dutasteride
Type 3 5α-reductase is more common and finasteride and dutasteride strongly inhibit it.
research Significant Effects of Mild Endogenous Hormonal Changes in Humans: Considerations for Low-Dose Testing
Small hormonal imbalances can cause significant health problems, so more sensitive testing for hormone-disrupting chemicals is needed.
research Summary of the Recommendations on Sexual Dysfunctions in Women
Experts recommend thorough medical, sexual, and psychosocial assessments for women's sexual dysfunctions, and suggest individualized treatment plans with regular check-ups. They also mention potential use of estrogen and androgen therapy, but with caution due to safety concerns.
research Human Scalp Hair Follicles Express Prostaglandin E2 Lipid Mediator and Receptors for PGE2
Human scalp hair follicles have PGE2 and its receptors, which might affect hair growth.
research Effect of MK-386, a Novel Inhibitor of Type 1 5 Alpha-Reductase, Alone and in Combination with Finasteride, on Serum Dihydrotestosterone Concentrations in Men
MK-386 and finasteride together effectively reduce DHT levels, potentially treating acne and male pattern baldness.
research Female Sexual Dysfunction in Androgenetic Alopecia: Case-Control Study
Hair loss in women linked to higher sexual dysfunction risk.
research Development and Evaluation of Finasteride Niosomes Targeting Hair Follicles for Androgenic Alopecia Management
Finasteride niosomes were developed and found to be effective in treating hair loss, with better results than commercial minoxidil, and could be a promising topical treatment for hair loss.
research Finasteride
Finasteride helps hair growth and prostate issues but may cause sexual side effects and increase tumor risk.
research Immunological and Metabolic Causes of Infertility in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
PCOS causes infertility mainly due to hormonal imbalances, insulin resistance, and chronic inflammation.
research Hair in Health and Disease: An Introduction
Hair health depends on various factors and hair loss can significantly affect a person's well-being; understanding hair biology is key for creating effective hair care treatments.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Sexual Dysfunctions
Women with PCOS often have sexual problems, and treating these issues early can improve satisfaction and reduce healthcare costs.
research Neuroactive Steroids and Ethanol Exposure: Relevance to Ethanol Sensitivity and Alcohol Use Disorders Risk
Neuroactive steroids may affect the risk and treatment of alcohol use disorders.
research Recommendations for Endocrine Treatment of Patients with Gender Dysphoria
The document concludes that hormone therapy is essential for treating gender dysphoria, with specific drugs and monitoring protocols recommended for safety and effectiveness.
research Mood Disorders and Quality of Life in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Women with PCOS often have mood disorders and a lower quality of life, and treatment should focus on both physical and mental health.
research Psychiatric Morbidity in Children and Adolescents with Dermatological Disorders
Kids with skin problems are more likely to have mental health issues.
research Effects of 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors on Erectile Function, Sexual Desire, and Ejaculation
5-alpha reductase inhibitors can cause sexual side effects like erectile dysfunction and reduced sexual desire, sometimes lasting after stopping the drug.
research Androgens and Female Sexual Function and Dysfunction—Findings From the Fourth International Consultation of Sexual Medicine
Androgens play a role in female sexual function, and testosterone therapy can help women with low sexual desire, but more research is needed on treatments and long-term safety.
research Suicidal Risk Associated With Finasteride Versus Dutasteride Among Men Treated for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: Nationwide Cohort Study
Finasteride may increase the risk of suicide or severe self-harm in men with mood disorders but not in the general population.
research The Clinical Management of Testosterone Replacement Therapy in Postmenopausal Women with Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder: A Review
Testosterone Replacement Therapy can improve sexual health in postmenopausal women with low sexual desire, but more research is needed on its long-term effects.
research Central Precocious Puberty Secondary to Peripheral Precocious Puberty Due to a Pineal Germ Cell Tumor: A Case and Review of Literature
A pineal tumor caused a boy's early puberty, which changed from peripheral to central after treatment.
research Nocebo Effect in Dermatology
Negative expectations can cause adverse effects in dermatology treatments, like with finasteride for baldness, and careful communication can help reduce these nocebo responses.