April 2016 in “Journal of Urology and Nephrology Open Access” Thermobalancing Therapy can treat enlarged prostate and improve men's quality of life.
January 2016 in “Archivio italiano di urologia, andrologia” The document concludes that the risk of sexual side effects from 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors is low and often temporary, but more research is needed on potential permanent effects.
Men with early balding may have a higher risk of prostate issues, and surgery for prostate cancer has a slight survival benefit over radiation.
September 2011 in “Urology” Urinary PSA could be an early marker for enlarged prostate.
September 2011 in “Urology” Some patients fail bladder function tests due to lower flow rates and higher remaining urine volumes, but the exact reasons for failure are unclear.
April 2010 in “The Journal of Urology” Human prostate cells produce more WISP1/CCN4 when there's not enough oxygen.
March 2010 in “The Journal of Urology” Hair loss, prostate size, and urinary issues are related due to androgen effects.
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August 2004 in “BJU international” Medications have become the main treatment for enlarged prostate symptoms, replacing surgery and watchful waiting.
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February 2001 in “Urologia Internationalis” Stopping alpha-blocker medication after 6-9 months is safe and effective for most patients with bladder outlet obstruction.
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August 2005 in “Current Urology Reports” Saw palmetto helps with nighttime urination and urine flow, similar to finasteride.
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December 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Men with thinner hair from genetic hair loss may be more likely to have an enlarged prostate.
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December 2003 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Hair loss increases with age; alcohol raises risk, more female partners lowers it.
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May 2021 in “Prostate Cancer and Prostatic Diseases” COVID-19 might worsen symptoms and progression of benign prostatic hyperplasia, possibly due to inflammation and metabolic disturbances in the prostate gland. More research is needed to confirm this.
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May 2018 in “Urologic Oncology: Seminars and Original Investigations” Finasteride does not prevent bladder cancer.
March 2013 in “The Journal of Urology” Hair loss is linked to higher prostate-specific antigen levels and urinary symptoms, likely due to age.
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February 2015 in “Life Sciences” Some plant-based treatments can help with benign prostatic hyperplasia symptoms, but more research is needed to confirm their safety and effectiveness.
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April 2017 in “International Journal of Andrology” Men taking 5α-reductase inhibitors for enlarged prostate have a higher chance of experiencing reduced sexual desire and erectile dysfunction.
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January 2008 in “Drugs” Dutasteride effectively treats enlarged prostate, reduces prostate cancer risk, and promotes hair regrowth with few side effects.
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October 2010 in “BJUI” 5-α-reductase inhibitors reduce prostate cancer risk but may cause sexual dysfunction and don't affect high-grade tumor or death rates.
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April 1999 in “Drugs” Finasteride treats enlarged prostate, improves urinary flow, but may cause sexual side effects.
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August 2014 in “PubMed” Testosterone improves mood and thinking skills; finasteride has no effect.
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November 2015 in “Pharmacopsychiatry” α-Blockers and 5-ARIs for BPH can cause sexual dysfunction, including erectile and ejaculatory issues.
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December 2024 in “Archivio Italiano di Urologia e Andrologia” Personalized treatment is crucial for effectively managing benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
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August 2021 in “Uro” Saw palmetto may improve urinary symptoms with fewer sexual side effects compared to some medications.
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December 2023 in “Curēus” Tadalafil is effective for treating urinary symptoms in men with BPH.
December 2018 in “Evidence-Based Practice” Topical minoxidil 1% and 2% are twice as effective as placebo for female pattern hair loss.
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July 2007 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine” Knowing about finasteride's sexual side effects increases reported dysfunction.
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October 2019 in “Translational Andrology and Urology” More men are getting benign prostatic hyperplasia, and there are many treatments, from medication to surgery, with new methods being developed.
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May 2020 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” Different drugs for prostate-related urinary symptoms work but have various side effects, and treatment should be tailored to the individual.
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October 2004 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Large prostate links to more hair loss, but age of onset doesn't affect it.