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These medications for BPH have known risks and may have new side effects.
These medications for BPH have known risks and may have new side effects.
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July 2024 in “The International Journal of Medical Science and Health Research” 5α-reductase inhibitors may help with prostate cancer but could increase the risk of severe tumors, so careful use is advised.
Dutasteride is more effective than finasteride for treating BPH without extra safety risks.
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