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June 2008 in “Acta Cirurgica Brasileira” Finasteride causes sperm production decrease in Mesocricetus auratus.
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Careful diagnosis and management of MCTD are crucial due to potential severe complications.
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Fungal infections can cause hair loss in lupus patients and should be considered even if rare.
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February 2021 in “BMJ” High doses of cyproterone acetate increase the risk of brain tumors in women, but the risk decreases after stopping the medication.
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April 2007 in “Journal of Andrology” Excessive pre-ejaculation can be treated with certain medications.
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