PubHawk
N Engl J Med October 1992 PMID 1383816

The effect of finasteride in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia. The Finasteride Study Group.

G J Gormley, E Stoner, R C Bruskewitz, J Imperato-McGinley, P C Walsh, J D McConnell, G L Andriole, J Geller, B R Bracken, J S Tenover

Full text PDF Download social card

Mentions

28
Peak: 1 in Apr 2023
across 4 sources since Apr 2023

Extended reach

86,859
potential audience

Total likes

2,526

Video views

80,036

Mentions per month

Apr 2023 – Jan 2025

Where it's discussed

  • News21 articles
  • X / Twitter3 posts
  • YouTube2 videos
  • Reddit2 posts

AI synopsis

What people are saying

Varied comments highlight key aspects of the study, such as the significant prostate size reduction and side effects like decreased libido, showing interest in both the effectiveness and drawbacks of finasteride. Words like 'demonstrated' and 'reduced' illustrate acknowledgment of the research’s importance, while some posts discussing side effects suggest a nuanced engagement with its implications.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the study’s findings that finasteride significantly reduces prostate size and improves urinary symptoms, indicating general agreement with the research conclusions.

InterestModerate interest

Participants demonstrate moderate interest, with references to the study's results and some mentioning side effects, but without deep analysis or critical questioning.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments show some level of engagement through mentions of specific details like dosage effects and side effects, but lack extensive debate or technical discussion.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions recognize that the study's findings could influence treatments for BPH, reflecting awareness that this research has noteworthy implications in urology.

Abstract in brief

  • Finasteride, by inhibiting the enzyme that converts testosterone to dihydrotestosterone, can reduce prostate size and improve urinary symptoms in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
  • In a 12-month double-blind study, 5 mg of finasteride daily significantly decreased prostate volume and improved urinary flow and symptoms, while 1 mg had moderate effects, and placebo showed no significant changes.
  • The main side effects of finasteride included decreased libido, impotence, and ejaculatory issues, with similar rates across treatment and placebo groups.]
Read the full abstract

Top posts

Most liked on X and Bluesky
Rodrigo
@RodrigoSafdiye · X

@ArqueroLiverpol @fpirovano_ @CarajoStream Clinical Study on Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)Referencia: Gormley, G. J., et al. (1992). "The effect of finasteride in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia." The New England Journal of Medicine, 327(17), 1185-1191. Resumen: Este estudio demostró que finasteride reduce los

Jul 8, 2024 · 1 like · 5,182 followers View post →
Fatima Ghaffar
@drftm24 · X

@SeeFisch https://t.co/fOoASFA1qe

Apr 24, 2023 · 823 followers View post →

All mentions

Rodrigo
@RodrigoSafdiye · X

@ArqueroLiverpol @fpirovano_ @CarajoStream Clinical Study on Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)Referencia: Gormley, G. J., et al. (1992). "The effect of finasteride in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia." The New England Journal of Medicine, 327(17), 1185-1191. Resumen: Este estudio demostró que finasteride reduce los

Jul 8, 2024 · 1 like · 5,182 followers View post →
Finasteride Watch
@FinasterideInfo · X

1. Gormley GJ, Stoner E, Bruskewitz RC, et al. The effect of finasteride in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia. The Finasteride Study Group. N Engl J Med. 1992. https://t.co/p3nZRsCf0F

Sep 27, 2023 · 819 followers View post →
Fatima Ghaffar
@drftm24 · X

@SeeFisch https://t.co/fOoASFA1qe

Apr 24, 2023 · 823 followers View post →