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March 2004 in “Reviews in Gynaecological Practice” Hormonal changes and psychological issues can cause sexual dysfunction in postmenopausal women. Behavioral therapy is recommended first, with hormone replacement helping some symptoms but not libido. Testosterone can improve libido, but its effects on overall sexual function are unclear. Emotional and relationship issues should be addressed before using medication, and the benefits and risks of testosterone supplementation should be considered.
Shock wave therapy improved muscle function and movement in children with spastic cerebral palsy.
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May 1994 in “The Journal of Urology” Topical minoxidil not effective for erectile dysfunction treatment.
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July 2024 in “European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology” Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) significantly improves long-lasting post-viral smell dysfunction.
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December 2013 in “The Journal of Urology” Men's age, urinary symptoms, and heart health risks create different types of erectile dysfunction.
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July 2018 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine” The 2018 update to the ED care model added a new severity score and stressed a detailed evaluation of both physical and psychological aspects.
January 2024 in “Biological & clinical sciences research journal” Apigenin, found in plants and vegetables, has many health benefits, including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anticancer effects.
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March 2018 in “Current Opinion in Urology” 5-alpha reductase inhibitors can cause sexual, neurologic, endocrine, and cardiovascular side effects, but these are rare and usually stop after ending treatment.
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January 2017 in “Advances in Experimental Medicine and Biology” Low testosterone and 5α-reductase inhibitors can harm men's metabolic and sexual health; testosterone therapy may help, but discussing 5α-RIs' side effects is important.
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