research Propecia: The Goose That Lays the Golden Eggs
Finasteride is popular for treating male hair loss but may increase the risk of serious prostate cancer and has other potential side effects.
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research Systematic Review: Interventions in Sickle Cell Disease-Related Priapism in Reducing Overall Morbidity, Recurrence, and Side Effects
More research is needed to find effective treatments for sickle cell disease-related priapism.
research Physiology of the Hypothalamic Pituitary Gonadal Axis in the Male
The document explains how the male reproductive system works, its role in making testosterone, and how conditions like obesity can disrupt it, leading to low testosterone and fertility issues.
research Hormonal Prevention of Prostate Cancer
Suppressing certain hormones might help prevent prostate cancer.
research The Placebo Effect And Randomized Trials: Analysis Of Conventional Medicine
The document concludes that it's important to understand the placebo effect when evaluating the effectiveness of treatments in medical trials.
research Effect of Castration and Finasteride on Urinary Oxalate Excretion in Male Rats
Castration and finasteride lower urinary oxalate in male rats, potentially treating urolithiasis.
research Comparative Study of Therapeutic Effect of Dibenyline, Finasteride, and Combination Drugs for Symptomatic Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
All treatments helped with prostate symptoms, but the combination of dibenyline and finasteride worked best without extra side effects.
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.
research Finasteride Does Not Prevent Bladder Cancer: A Secondary Analysis of the Medical Therapy for Prostatic Symptoms Study
Finasteride does not prevent bladder cancer.
research Association Between Male Pattern Baldness and Prostate Disease: A Meta-Analysis
Men with male pattern baldness have a higher risk of aggressive prostate cancer and benign prostatic hyperplasia.
research Male Breast Cancer After Finasteride Therapy for Benign Prostate Hyperplasia
A man developed male breast cancer after four years of finasteride treatment for an enlarged prostate.
research Female Sexual Dysfunction in Androgenetic Alopecia: Case-Control Study
Hair loss in women linked to higher sexual dysfunction risk.
research The Association of Male Pattern Baldness and Risk of Cancer and High-Grade Disease Among Men Presenting for Prostate Biopsy
Men with more advanced male pattern baldness have a higher risk of prostate cancer and more severe disease.
research Clomiphene Citrate Rescue of Spermatogenesis in Men with Infertility While Remaining on Finasteride: A Case Report
Clomiphene citrate improves fertility in men taking finasteride for hair loss.
research Long-Term Safety and Efficacy of Mirabegron and Solifenacin in Combination Compared with Monotherapy in Patients with Overactive Bladder: SYNERGY II Study
Using mirabegron and solifenacin together is safe and more effective for treating overactive bladder than using either drug alone.
research 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors: New Evidence on Benefits and Harms Beyond Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
5-alpha reductase inhibitors may have additional effects on cancer, mental health, heart health, and hormone levels beyond treating prostate enlargement.
research Effect of 5α-Reductase Inhibitors on Sexual Function: New Contributions
5-alpha reductase inhibitors increase the risk of sexual dysfunction in patients treating enlarged prostate but not in those treating hair loss.
research Post-Finasteride Syndrome: Our Current Knowledge
The cause of post-finasteride syndrome is unclear and needs more research.
research Drug-Induced Gynecomastia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Clinical Trials
Certain drugs, especially antiandrogens and spironolactone, significantly increase the risk of gynecomastia.
research Clinical Effects and Economic Impact of Dutasteride and Finasteride Therapy in Italian Men with Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms
Dutasteride reduces hospitalization and prostate cancer risk compared to finasteride, potentially offsetting its higher cost.
research Management of Men With Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms Due to Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia During and After COVID-19
Doctors should adjust how they treat men with prostate-related urinary problems during and after the COVID-19 pandemic.
research Analysis of Benign Prostatic Obstruction Surgery: A Long-Term Evaluation in a Real-Life Context
Prostate surgery is often effective long-term, but some patients may need more treatment or another surgery, especially if they had prostatitis before.
research Impact of Dutasteride on Spermatogenesis and Oxidative Stress in Rats
Dutasteride does not seem to change rat spermatogenesis or oxidative stress.
research Comments Concerning the Real Risk of Sexual Adverse Events Secondary to the Use of 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitors
The document concludes that the risk of sexual side effects from 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors is low and often temporary, but more research is needed on potential permanent effects.
research Post-Finasteride Syndrome: Literature Review
Post-finasteride syndrome is rarely linked to sexual and systemic side effects.
research Treatment of Refractory Hematospermia With Finasteride: A Prospective Placebo-Controlled Study
Finasteride effectively treats hematospermia in 3 months without side effects.
research A Prospective, 1-Year Trial Using Saw Palmetto Versus Finasteride in the Treatment of Category III Prostatitis/Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome
Finasteride improves chronic pelvic pain, saw palmetto doesn't.
research Chronic Treatment with Finasteride Daily Does Not Affect Spermatogenesis or Semen Production in Young Men
Finasteride doesn't harm male fertility or sperm quality, but may slightly reduce ejaculate volume.
research The Effect of Finasteride on the Expression of Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor and Microvessel Density: A Possible Mechanism for Decreased Prostatic Bleeding in Treated Patients
Finasteride may reduce prostate bleeding by lowering blood vessel growth factor levels and blood vessel density in certain prostate areas.
research The Long-Term Effect of Specific Type II 5α-Reductase Inhibition With Finasteride on Bone Mineral Density in Men: Results of a 4-Year Placebo-Controlled Trial
Finasteride doesn't harm bone density in older men with BPH.