research Dihydrotestosterone Stimulates 5a-Reductase Activity in Pubic Skin Fibroblasts*
Dihydrotestosterone increases the activity of an enzyme in pubic skin cells that converts testosterone to dihydrotestosterone.
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research 5α-reductase activity in the prostate
Blocking the enzyme 5α-reductase can shrink the prostate and help treat enlarged prostate issues.
research MP85-05 SEXUAL DYSFUNCTION AFTER 5-ALPHA REDUCTASE INHIBITOR USE: INSIGHTS FROM THE REDUCE STUDY GROUP DATABASE
Dutasteride use can lead to a stable decline in sexual function that is not affected by age or prostate size.
research V07-10 SEMINAL VESICULOSCOPY FOR DIAGNOSIS AND MANAGEMENT OF HEMATOSPERMIA
The procedure involving seminal vesiculoscopy, TURED, and balloon dilation effectively treated a man's hematospermia and improved his dysorgasmia.
research Serenoa repens (saw palmetto) for Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms (LUTS): The Evidence for Efficacy and Safety of Lipidosterolic Extracts. Part III
Saw palmetto extract is effective and safe for treating lower urinary tract symptoms, working as well as certain medications, and works even better in severe cases.
research Pattern of Hyperandrogenemia in Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome at a Tertiary Care Hospital
Free testosterone is the most common hormone marker in PCOS, and age affects DHEAS levels.
research The Effect of Leonuri Herba alkaloids on Senile BPH (male and female hormone induced) model rats
Leonuri Herba alkaloids may help treat hormone-induced enlarged prostate in rats.
research MP27-18 STATEWIDE GEOGRAPHIC PRICE VARIATION OF GENERIC BPH MEDICATIONS
Big chain pharmacies in Pennsylvania charge significantly more for generic BPH medications than independent pharmacies, but independent pharmacies have more regional price variation.
research Phenolsulphotransferase: localization in kidney during human embryonic and fetal development
The enzyme PST is found in developing human kidneys and helps with detoxification and development.
research Faculty Opinions recommendation of Androgenetic alopecia as an early marker of benign prostatic hyperplasia.
Hair loss can be an early sign of prostate enlargement.
research Absence of Prostatic Growth in Large Cohort of Adult Female Patients with Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
Women with congenital adrenal hyperplasia showed no prostatic growth.
research PCPT, MTOPS and the use of 5ARIs: a Canadian consensus regarding implications for clinical practice
5ARIs like finasteride can help prevent prostate cancer and treat BPH, but guidelines should be updated to reflect this.
research Effect of metabolic syndrome on treatment outcome of lower urinary tract symptoms in males due to benign prostatic hyperplasia
Metabolic syndrome worsens treatment outcomes for urinary symptoms in men with enlarged prostate.
research Association of Frailty Index with Clinical BPH Progression and Serious Adverse Events: the MTOPS Trial
Frailer men have a higher risk of worsening prostate problems and serious health events needing hospital care.
research The role of high serum uric acid levels in androgenic and non-androgenic polycystic ovarian syndrome patients
High uric acid levels are more common in PCOS patients, especially those with androgenic PCOS, and are linked with increased cardiovascular risk and other metabolic issues.
research Regarding prostate-specific antigen: let's not shoot the messenger
The drugs finasteride and dutasteride reduce low-grade prostate cancers but may double the risk of high-grade cancers.
research Understanding the Epidemiology, Natural History, and Key Pathways Involved in Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer was a major health issue in 2009, especially for Black men, and targeting the 5alpha-reductase enzyme could help in its prevention and treatment.
research The Effect of Finasteride on the Risk of Acute Urinary Retention and the Need for Surgical Treatment among Men with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Finasteride reduces urinary issues and surgery need in men with enlarged prostates by over 50%.
research Experience of using of Sonirid Duo in treatment of patients with BPH
Sonirid Duo effectively treats benign prostatic hyperplasia.
research Safety and efficacy of advanced and targeted acid α-glucosidase (AT-GAA) (ATB200/AT2221) in ERT-switch nonambulatory patients with Pompe disease: preliminary results from the ATB200-02 trial
The combination of tadalafil and finasteride improves urinary symptoms and erectile function in men with enlarged prostates.
research MP86-01 VARIABILITY OF RETAIL PRICING OF GENERIC UROLOGIC MEDICATIONS IN A MAJOR US METROPOLITAN AREA
Generic urologic medication prices vary by pharmacy type, not by location or income level.
research Diagnosis of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome using Free Testosterone levels via Surface Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy Induced by Gold Nanostar
A new low-cost method can accurately detect PCOS early by measuring free testosterone levels.
research Hormonal manipulation of benign prostatic hyperplasia
Finasteride and dutasteride are equally effective and safe for treating benign prostatic hyperplasia.
research How should postmenopausal androgen excess be evaluated?
Evaluate postmenopausal women with high androgen levels using medical history, physical exams, lab tests, and imaging to manage health risks.
research The Relationship Between Metformin and Serum Prostate‐Specific Antigen Levels
Metformin may lower PSA levels, possibly affecting prostate cancer development.
research Sub-chronic testosterone treatment increases the levels of epithelial sodium channel (ENaC)-α,βandγin the kidney of orchidectomized adult male Sprague–Dawley rats
Testosterone increases certain kidney protein levels, potentially raising blood pressure.
research Prostate Specific Antigen Levels in Diabetic and Non-Diabetic Men from the 2001–2002 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey
Long-term diabetes is linked to lower prostate cancer risk.
research Editorial Comment
Generic drugs for benign prostatic hyperplasia can cost up to 500% more at chain pharmacies compared to independent ones.
research Effect of androgen on nitric oxide synthase positive neurons in the medial preoptic area
Androgen, especially DHT, is crucial for erectile function in rats by affecting specific brain neurons.
research The Experience of SARS-CoV-2 in Patients with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: Is There Any Correlation between Them?
COVID-19 may worsen symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).