April 2019 PMID 30971393

Incidence of type 2 diabetes mellitus in men receiving steroid 5α-reductase inhibitors: population based cohort study.

Li Wei, Edward Chia-Cheng Lai, Yea-Huei Kao-Yang, Brian R Walker, Thomas M MacDonald, Ruth Andrew

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Multiple posts highlight the increased risk of type 2 diabetes associated with steroid 5α-reductase inhibitors, using phrases like 'spoiler alert' and 'potential development,' which demonstrate both curiosity and concern. The tone varies from casual mentions to more analytical reflections, contributing to a moderate overall perception of impact and depth of engagement in understanding the research's significance.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the study's findings of an increased diabetes risk with certain medications, indicating moderate agreement or acceptance of the results.

InterestHigh interest

The majority of posts show high curiosity, with many referencing specific details like 'spoiler alert: increased risk' or mentioning the study's implications for long-term treatment options, suggesting strong engagement.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts include references to related research, discussions on the implications of the findings, and some sharing of personal or professional opinions, reflecting a moderate to deep level of engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

While some acknowledge the importance of the findings, posts generally view it as a noteworthy development rather than a paradigm shift, indicating a perception of moderate impact.

Abstract in brief

  • The study found that men taking steroid 5-reductase inhibitors, such as dutasteride or finasteride, for benign prostatic hyperplasia have a modestly increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes compared to men taking tamsulosin.
  • Data from both UK and Taiwanese databases showed similar results, indicating consistency across populations and study designs.
  • Overall, the research suggests that long-term use of dutasteride or finasteride may be associated with a higher likelihood of new-onset type 2 diabetes in men with prostate issues.

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Li Wei
@LiWeiUCL · X

Nice to see our paper published in BMJ. Great work @RuthAndrewMSEd and @BWalker1963 and the team on a great project. @School_Pharmacy Incidence of type 2 diabetes mellitus in men receiving steroid 5α-reductase inhibitors: population based cohort study https://t.co/ZYCKdfrg6j

Apr 11, 2019 · 6 likes · 2 shares · 246 followers View post →
Dr Amar Puttanna
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Apr 11, 2019 · 4 likes · 1 share · 3,620 followers View post →
Dr. Steven Kaplan
@MaleHealthDoc · X

2) this study from Taiwan discusses potential development of Type 2 diabetes. Do long term BPH meds make sense for QOL disorder ? https://t.co/p21TaRb3sX @MountsinaiUro @medivizor @UrologyTimes @JUrology

Apr 16, 2019 · 4 likes · 1 share · 3,401 followers View post →
イチマル
@ichimaruyongo · X

アボルブなどの5α-還元酵素阻害薬はタムスロシンよりも2型糖尿病リスクになるかもしれない Incidence of type 2 diabetes mellitus in men receiving steroid 5α-reductase inhibitors: population based cohort study. - PubMed - NCBI https://t.co/LanLjIDZ3Y

Apr 19, 2019 · 2 likes · 491 followers View post →
Nick Sciacca
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Apr 21, 2019 · 2 likes · 246 followers View post →
François Booream
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Urology
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Apr 22, 2019 · 1 share · 27,193 followers View post →
Nick Sciacca
@purdewd · X

Incidence of type 2 diabetes mellitus in men receiving steroid 5α-reductase inhibitors: population based cohort study https://t.co/nIxl8VF1p6 SPOILER ALERT: increased risk

Apr 21, 2019 · 2 likes · 246 followers View post →
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イチマル
@ichimaruyongo · X

アボルブなどの5α-還元酵素阻害薬はタムスロシンよりも2型糖尿病リスクになるかもしれない Incidence of type 2 diabetes mellitus in men receiving steroid 5α-reductase inhibitors: population based cohort study. - PubMed - NCBI https://t.co/LanLjIDZ3Y

Apr 19, 2019 · 2 likes · 491 followers View post →
Steve P. Sanders
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Dr Chui Ka Lun 泌尿專科崔家倫醫生
@chuikalun1 · X

RT @MaleHealthDoc: 2) this study from Taiwan discusses potential development of Type 2 diabetes. Do long term BPH meds make sense for QOL…

Apr 16, 2019 · 1 share · 6,376 followers View post →
Dr. Steven Kaplan
@MaleHealthDoc · X

2) this study from Taiwan discusses potential development of Type 2 diabetes. Do long term BPH meds make sense for QOL disorder ? https://t.co/p21TaRb3sX @MountsinaiUro @medivizor @UrologyTimes @JUrology

Apr 16, 2019 · 4 likes · 1 share · 3,401 followers View post →
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Aaron Liew MB BCh, MPH, PhD
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Apr 12, 2019 · 1 like · 98 followers View post →
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Dr Pinkie Chambers
@PinkieChambers · X

RT @LiWeiUCL: Nice to see our paper published in BMJ. Great work @RuthAndrewMSEd and @BWalker1963 and the team on a great project. @School_…

Apr 11, 2019 · 2 shares · 1,274 followers View post →
Ruth Andrew
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RT @LiWeiUCL: Nice to see our paper published in BMJ. Great work @RuthAndrewMSEd and @BWalker1963 and the team on a great project. @School_…

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Li Wei
@LiWeiUCL · X

Nice to see our paper published in BMJ. Great work @RuthAndrewMSEd and @BWalker1963 and the team on a great project. @School_Pharmacy Incidence of type 2 diabetes mellitus in men receiving steroid 5α-reductase inhibitors: population based cohort study https://t.co/ZYCKdfrg6j

Apr 11, 2019 · 6 likes · 2 shares · 246 followers View post →
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