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January 2011 in “Reactions Weekly” St. John's Wort may reduce the effectiveness of finasteride by increasing its breakdown in the body.
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May 2012 in “Expert Opinion on Emerging Drugs” New treatments for male hypogonadism are effective and should be personalized.
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December 2010 in “The Journal of Urology” Taking oral testosterone with or without dutasteride increases testosterone levels and could be an effective treatment for low testosterone.
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November 2022 in “British Journal of Cancer” Men with melanoma have a higher risk of later being diagnosed with prostate cancer.
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October 2009 in “Cancer Epidemiology Biomarkers & Prevention” Cancer prevention is crucial, with a focus on research and improved screening methods.
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Finasteride reduces prostate size, improves urination, and slows prostate cancer progression.
5-Alpha reductase inhibitors help treat enlarged prostate but may cause sexual side effects.
September 2013 in “Cancer Discovery” Finasteride is safe for long-term use in prostate cancer treatment.
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January 2012 in “Земский врач” Finasteride helps improve treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia.
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January 2009 in “The Hastings Center Report” Finasteride reduces prostate cancer risk but may increase high-grade cancer risk.