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Oral Administration of Low-Dose Bisphenol A Promotes Proliferation of Ventral Prostate and Upregulates Prostaglandin D2 Synthase Expression in Adult Rats

research Oral Administration of Low-Dose Bisphenol A Promotes Proliferation of Ventral Prostate and Upregulates Prostaglandin D2 Synthase Expression in Adult Rats

14 citations, June 2015 in “Toxicology and Industrial Health”

Low doses of BPA can increase prostate growth and change hormone levels in adult rats.

research In Vitro [7-3H]-Testosterone Metabolism by the Rat Ventral Prostate—Effect of Some Exogenous Compounds

12 citations, February 1975 in “Journal of Steroid Biochemistry”

research Androgen Receptors and Androgen-Dependent Initiation of Protein Synthesis in the Prostate

59 citations, January 1976 in “Vitamins and hormones”

Prostate cells have proteins that bind to specific hormones, which can increase protein production when activated by these hormones.

Age-Related Changes in Brain and Pituitary 5α-Reductase with Finasteride (Proscar) Treatment

research Age-Related Changes in Brain and Pituitary 5α-Reductase with Finasteride (Proscar) Treatment

26 citations, July 1995 in “Neurobiology of Aging”

Finasteride affects prostate weights and pituitary activity differently with age.

Antiandrogenic Activities of Glycyrrhiza Glabra in Male Rats

research Antiandrogenic Activities of Glycyrrhiza Glabra in Male Rats

15 citations, January 2009 in “International Journal of Andrology”

Liquorice may reduce testosterone and affect male reproductive organs, potentially helping treat conditions like prostate cancer.

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community Long term finasteride users; Did you notice any improvement after 2 years?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 14 upvotes 1 year ago

Long term Finasteride users and whether or not they have noticed improvements after two years of use, with other treatments such as Minoxidil and dermarolling also discussed. Some replies suggest that improvement is possible even beyond the two year mark while others caution against believing studies backed by the Post-Finasteride Foundation.

community A meta analysis of 18 popular hair loss treatments. An 2022 guide on efficacy. From finasteride and minoxidil to caffeine shampoo, saw palmetto and biotin. 96 Scientific References included.

in Research/Science 101 upvotes 2 years ago

Most hair loss treatments are ineffective; only finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil show effectiveness.

community abusing caffeine boosts DHT levels!

in Research/Science 1 upvotes 2 months ago

Caffeine intake may increase DHT levels, but its impact on hair loss is minimal compared to genetic factors. Excessive caffeine can cause health issues, and its effects on hair loss are not directly applicable to humans based on rat studies.