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 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
Taking 5-α reductase inhibitors for prostate enlargement or hair loss does not significantly raise the risk of erectile dysfunction.
research Immunologic Adverse Reactions of Beta-Blockers and the Skin: A Review
β-blockers can cause skin problems like psoriasis and vitiligo, and doctors should tell patients about these risks.
research Alopecia Areata: A New Treatment Plan
The document suggests a personalized treatment plan for alopecia areata based on the patient's age and hair loss severity, using a range of therapies ranked by effectiveness and safety.
research Plants as Potential Active Components in Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia
Plant extracts may help treat hormone-related hair loss.
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5 / 36 resultscommunity Why I believe PFS is not a "real" condition (and what I believe it is instead)
The post argues that Post-Finasteride Syndrome (PFS) is likely not real and suggests symptoms may be due to mental health issues or the nocebo effect. The conversation includes personal experiences with finasteride, highlighting both positive and negative effects, and emphasizes consulting doctors and using reliable sources for medication.
community only microneedling and supplements
The user used microneedling, zinc, vitamin D3, biotin, magnesium, saw palmetto, pumpkin seed oil, and a DHT-blocker shampoo with biotin for hair loss. They are considering adding minoxidil due to stagnation in progress.
community Should I stop creatine or is it fine to still using it ?
An 18-year-old with hair thinning is using minoxidil and considering stopping creatine due to concerns about increased DHT and hair loss. Opinions on creatine's impact are mixed, and the user plans to stop it until they can access topical finasteride.
community Have been on treatment for close to two years, need to know if I should continue or take dut
A 22-year-old male has been using finasteride, topical minoxidil, and oral minoxidil for hair loss but sees minimal improvement and is considering adding dutasteride. Users suggest additional treatments like dermarolling, PRP, and consulting a dermatologist, or considering a hair transplant.
community 12 months of progress on fin (and 10 months microneedling)
A user's 12 month progress on finasteride and 10 months of microneedling for hair loss treatment, which has resulted in improved temple areas with no side effects from the finasteride. They have not used minoxidil yet but are considering it for further gains. DHT blocking drugs such as finasteride and dutasteride are recommended to maintain regrowth results.