Mritunjay Ranjan
@MritunjayRR · X
@hubermanlab Trüeb study: https://t.co/FKbDFRCsOL Belknap study: https://t.co/FzPxcy95dY Ioannidis study: https://t.co/CIH06gP8YG
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August 2019 PMID 31559258
Post-Finasteride Syndrome: An Induced Delusional Disorder with the Potential of a Mass Psychogenic Illness?
Mentions
23
Peak: 5 in Jul 2024
across 4 sources since Oct 2019
Extended reach
150,049
potential audience
Total likes
2,092
Video views
110,639
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Oct 2019 – Oct 2024Where it's discussed
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YouTube9 videos
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X / Twitter8 posts
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Reddit3 posts
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News3 articles
AI synopsis
What people are saying
The discussions demonstrate strong interest and deep engagement, with repeated mentions of studies and claims suggesting PFS may be a delusional or psychogenic phenomenon, exemplified by phrases like 'mass psychogenic illness' and references to media coverage. This focus on scientific and social implications indicates the topics' significance and the participants’ active involvement.
AgreementModerate agreement
Most discussions support or acknowledge the publication’s view that PFS may be influenced by psychological factors, with some posts explicitly referencing the idea of mass psychogenic illness.
InterestHigh interest
Participants show high curiosity, referencing multiple studies and debates about the validity of PFS, indicating active engagement with the topic.
EngagementHigh engagement
Many discussions delve into the content of the article, citing specific studies like Trüeb’s and Ioannidis’s, and raising questions about the drug’s mental health effects and societal impact.
ImpactModerate impact
The conversations highlight debates that could influence public perception, especially with references to prominent individuals, suggesting some degree of potential influence on opinions about finasteride.
Abstract in brief
- Post Finasteride Syndrome (PFS) is a condition claimed to occur in men taking finasteride for hair loss or prostate issues, characterized by persistent sexual, somatic, and psychological symptoms after stopping the drug, but it is not officially recognized by the medical community.
- The syndrome has been primarily reported through anecdotal accounts, non-specialist research, and low-quality studies, with some patients experiencing nocebo effects due to awareness of potential side effects, and no clear predictors for who might develop it.
- A case study of a 25-year-old man suggests that PFS may involve delusional or somatic psychotic features, potentially linked to underlying personality disorders like histrionic traits, explaining why the symptoms are difficult to treat and highly suggestible.
Top posts
Most liked on X and BlueskyFacts Chaser
@Factschaser · X
@TexasLullabyDAC @RobertB41188300 @damintoell @AngelaBelcamino To maintain the results of a hair transplant and prevent hair loss, patients are prescribed finasteride, which has been known to cause mental health issues, including depression, suicide ideation, delusional thinking. Trump takes finasteride. Does Musk? https://t.co/QtuhhauYQ5
May 20, 2022 · 1 like · 18,589 followers
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Facts Chaser
@Factschaser · X
@Rockmedia @propanejane @ShelbyKStewart @TwitterSafety Trump takes finasteride/propecia for hair loss. Does Musk (who has had a hair transplant)? The drug is known to cause mood swings, delusional thinking in some. https://t.co/QtuhhauYQ5
Apr 28, 2022 · 1 like · 18,589 followers
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ekkJackYouLate
@ekkJackYouLate · X
@bryan_johnson @HarryDStocks Trüeb RM, Régnier A, Dutra Rezende H, Gavazzoni Dias MFR. Post-Finasteride Syndrome: An Induced Delusional Disorder with the Potential of a Mass Psychogenic Illness?
Nov 30, 2023 · 1 like · 412 followers
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Mike
@michaelscally · X
Post-Finasteride Syndrome: An Induced Delusional Disorder with the Potential of a Mass Psychogenic Illness? Post-finasteride syndrome (PFS) has been claimed to occur in men who have taken oral finasteride to treat either hair... https://t.co/JnUpbEK5PY
Oct 1, 2019 · 901 followers
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Finasteride Watch
@FinasterideInfo · X
They cite a paper by Trüeb: https://t.co/h9Pq7v45u7 The Trüeb paper concludes from a single case report: "PFS may represent a delusional disorder...with the potential of a mass psychogenic illness due to its media coverage." 2/
May 14, 2021 · 818 followers
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coolguy
@blowupfatpeople · X
@Emannytheory @bryan_johnson @cavepaleo There are meta analyses and commentaries going over the internet-borne hysteria about "permanent" side effects. This is a good starting point with related articles beneath it. https://t.co/Dkp0QImk0B
Oct 23, 2024 · 42 followers
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coolguy
@blowupfatpeople · X
@WentzworthI @Barmcaker @tulpapilled PFS is as real and significant as your feelings about it. https://t.co/Dkp0QImk0B
Oct 23, 2024 · 42 followers
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ekkJackYouLate
@ekkJackYouLate · X
@bryan_johnson @HarryDStocks Trüeb RM, Régnier A, Dutra Rezende H, Gavazzoni Dias MFR. Post-Finasteride Syndrome: An Induced Delusional Disorder with the Potential of a Mass Psychogenic Illness?
Nov 30, 2023 · 1 like · 412 followers
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Mritunjay Ranjan
@MritunjayRR · X
@hubermanlab Trüeb study: https://t.co/FKbDFRCsOL Belknap study: https://t.co/FzPxcy95dY Ioannidis study: https://t.co/CIH06gP8YG
Nov 12, 2023 · 2 likes · 19 followers
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Facts Chaser
@Factschaser · X
@TexasLullabyDAC @RobertB41188300 @damintoell @AngelaBelcamino To maintain the results of a hair transplant and prevent hair loss, patients are prescribed finasteride, which has been known to cause mental health issues, including depression, suicide ideation, delusional thinking. Trump takes finasteride. Does Musk? https://t.co/QtuhhauYQ5
May 20, 2022 · 1 like · 18,589 followers
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Facts Chaser
@Factschaser · X
@Rockmedia @propanejane @ShelbyKStewart @TwitterSafety Trump takes finasteride/propecia for hair loss. Does Musk (who has had a hair transplant)? The drug is known to cause mood swings, delusional thinking in some. https://t.co/QtuhhauYQ5
Apr 28, 2022 · 1 like · 18,589 followers
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Finasteride Watch
@FinasterideInfo · X
They cite a paper by Trüeb: https://t.co/h9Pq7v45u7 The Trüeb paper concludes from a single case report: "PFS may represent a delusional disorder...with the potential of a mass psychogenic illness due to its media coverage." 2/
May 14, 2021 · 818 followers
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Mike
@michaelscally · X
Post-Finasteride Syndrome: An Induced Delusional Disorder with the Potential of a Mass Psychogenic Illness? Post-finasteride syndrome (PFS) has been claimed to occur in men who have taken oral finasteride to treat either hair... https://t.co/JnUpbEK5PY
Oct 1, 2019 · 901 followers
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