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Great documentary by Canadian journalist Brigitte Noël.
Playing with the devil's candy can have dire consequences for many especially the genetically prone individuals suffering with PFS!
Finasteride —or Propecia, its most well-known brand name— is a medication taken by millions of men hoping to slow down hair loss. Yet this product is not without risk: over the past fifteen years, regulatory authorities have added numerous warnings about potential sexual dysfunction and depression, rare side effects that can persist for years after stopping treatment. At the heart of the controversy: allegations that Merck, the drug’s manufacturer, knew of these risks but chose to downplay them, in order to maximize profits.
Predict estradiol, DHT, and free testosterone levels based on total testosterone
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A form of estrogen produced from testosterone. Important for bone health, mood, and libido. Too high can cause side effects; too low can affect well-being.
Dihydrotestosterone is a potent androgen derived from testosterone. Affects hair growth, prostate health, and masculinization effects.
The biologically active form of testosterone not bound to proteins. Directly available for cellular uptake and biological effects.
Lakshman KM, Kaplan B, Travison TG, Basaria S, Knapp PE, Singh AB, LaValley MP, Mazer NA, Bhasin S. The effects of injected testosterone dose and age on the conversion of testosterone to estradiol and dihydrotestosterone in young and older men. J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 2010 Aug;95(8):3955-64.
DOI: 10.1210/jc.2010-0102 | PMID: 20534765 | PMCID: PMC2913038