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research Risk of Psychiatric Disorders following Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Nationwide Population-Based Cohort Study

101 citations , May 2014 in “PLOS ONE”

This study found that women with polycystic ovary syndrome have an increased risk of developing depressive disorder, anxiety disorder, and sleep disorder compared to those without the syndrome.

Risk of Erectile Dysfunction Associated with Use of 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia or Alopecia: Population-Based Studies Using the Clinical Practice Research Datalink

research Risk of erectile dysfunction associated with use of 5-α reductase inhibitors for benign prostatic hyperplasia or alopecia: population based studies using the Clinical Practice Research Datalink

30 citations , September 2016 in “BMJ”

This study found that 5-α reductase inhibitors do not significantly increase the risk of erectile dysfunction in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia or alopecia, although duration of benign prostatic hyperplasia may elevate risk.

research Risks and side effects in the medical management of benign prostatic hyperplasia

26 citations , December 2023 in “Prostate International”

This review provides an overview of the risks and side effects associated with common medications used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia, highlighting the importance for clinicians and patients to discuss these aspects for informed decision-making.

research Risk of Suicide, Hair Loss, and Aspiration with GLP1-Receptor Agonists and Other Diabetic Agents: A Real-World Pharmacovigilance Study

25 citations , September 2024 in “Cardiovascular Drugs and Therapy”

This study found that while glucagon-like peptide 1 receptor agonists report more incidents of suicide, hair loss, and aspiration compared to some other antidiabetic drugs, they did not meet the threshold for positive safety signals.

research Risk of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Women Exposed to Fine Air Pollutants and Acidic Gases: A Nationwide Cohort Analysis

20 citations , November 2019 in “International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health”

This study found that high exposure to air pollutants like SO2, NO, NO2, NOx, and PM2.5 was linked to a significantly increased risk of developing PCOS in women.

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community risks with finasteride and dutasteride

138 upvotes 1 year ago

Finasteride and dutasteride have potential risks, including post-finasteride syndrome, but are commonly used for hair loss. RU58841, minoxidil, and needling are suggested as alternatives, though all treatments carry risks.

community DUT Risk profile for having kids?

5 upvotes 3 years ago

The user has been using a hair loss treatment including oral Minoxidil, topical Minoxidil with Tretinoin and Finasteride, and is considering adding Dutasteride but is concerned about the potential side effects and risks regarding fertility. A reply suggests that having children while on these medications should be fine, advising to avoid letting the partner come into contact with the drugs.

community Are there actual risks with oral minoxidil? How can they be mitigated

in Minoxidil 20 upvotes 5 months ago

Oral minoxidil can cause side effects like heart issues, increased body hair, and facial puffiness, but these are often dose-dependent and temporary. Users report varying experiences, with some combining it with finasteride or RU58841 for better results, while others experience minimal or no side effects.

community Should I risk changing to Dutasteride?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 10 upvotes 1 year ago

The user is considering switching from Finasteride to Dutasteride for better hair regrowth, despite concerns about potential shedding and side effects. Opinions vary, with some suggesting the switch for stronger results and others advising caution due to possible side effects and the importance of consulting a doctor.

community Finasteride is a risk in pregnancy with unprotected sex

118 upvotes 6 years ago

Finasteride may pose a risk during pregnancy, so using a condom is recommended if a partner is pregnant. It is advised to stop finasteride before trying to conceive due to potential effects on fetal development.

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learn Hair Transplant

What are the risks and side effects of a hair transplant? Common risks include swelling, redness, infection, scarring, and temporary hair loss.

learn Finasteride

Are there really risks with topical finasteride? Reports on topical finasteride describe scalp irritation and dermatitis as the effects specific to it, and blood levels lower than the oral drug; whether systemic side effects are genuinely rarer has not been measured in a trial powered to answer it. Both forms are prescription-only and contraindicated around pregnancy.

learn Bimatoprost

Are there risks in using bimatoprost on your hairline? Using bimatoprost on your hairline carries potential risks due to limited research and FDA disapproval.

learn Hydrocortisone

What are the risks of long-term hydrocortisone use on the scalp? Dermatology reviews describe long-term topical corticosteroid use as causing skin thinning, delayed healing, greater infection risk, possible suppression of the body's own cortisol, and rebound flares on stopping — and over-the-counter hydrocortisone labels limit use to about a week without a doctor's direction.

learn Keratin

Are there any risks of using keratin products too often on fragile hair? Using keratin products too often can make fragile hair more prone to breakage.

learn Dutasteride

Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks

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