February 1999 in “Drugs in R & D” The document concludes that various drugs for men's health issues are in development, with treatments for sexual dysfunction and prostate conditions being the most advanced.
October 1997 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The Epilight Hair Removal System is effective for temporary hair removal with few side effects, but more research is needed to confirm its safety and long-term results.
February 2024 in “Urology” Certain medications, especially Paroxetine, Tamsulosin, and Finasteride, are linked to ejaculatory disorders.
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August 2019 in “Expert Opinion on Drug Safety” Some medications for bladder problems can cause memory issues or mood changes, and doctors should monitor these side effects.
June 2020 in “Risk Management and Healthcare Policy” Drinking alcohol 1-2 times a week may reduce urinary symptoms, but drinking more often might increase the risk.
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September 2017 in “Zhonghua neifenmi daixie zazhi” Routine genetic testing is crucial for early diagnosis and better management of Turner’s syndrome with 21-hydroxylase deficiency.
March 2026 in “Panacea Journal of Medical Sciences” The technique successfully reconstructed a functional neo-vagina with 100% survival and patency, but lacked mucus secretion.
October 2013 in “The Journal of Urology” It's hard to predict how much worse urinary symptoms will get over time.
June 2018 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine” Gray-scale ultrasound effectively detects erectile tissue fibrosis in young men with erectile dysfunction after using finasteride.
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November 2019 in “Current Geriatrics Reports” Tailored treatment is crucial for elderly men with BPH due to potential risks and benefits of medications.
April 2007 in “Nature Clinical Practice Urology” Teaching men with simple bladder problems self-management skills can improve their symptoms and quality of life.
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August 2021 in “Pediatrics in review” A 10-year-old girl had genital pain from a small, red, crusty mass on her labia.
December 2019 in “Reactions Weekly” Man stopped medications due to sexual side effects, found relief with prostatic artery embolisation.
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September 1997 in “Postgraduate medicine” Older women often have vulva issues due to less estrogen, which can be misdiagnosed and lead to wrong treatments.
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June 2016 in “The FASEB Journal” The Wnt/β-catenin pathway helps tissue regeneration but can also cause fibrosis, and drugs that inhibit this pathway may aid in healing skin and heart tissues.
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May 2007 in “Fertility and Sterility” Testosterone therapy seems safe for postmenopausal women for a few years, but more research is needed for long-term effects.
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November 2008 in “Fertility and Sterility” Amenorrhea is relatively rare and initial testing should check FSH, TSH, and prolactin levels.
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April 2002 in “Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine” Natural 5AR inhibitors effectively improve mild to moderate hair loss in men.
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April 2002 in “Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine” Plant extracts effectively reduce hair loss and increase growth, offering a safe alternative treatment.
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March 1999 in “Urology” Finasteride didn't significantly improve ICPPS symptoms, more research needed.
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September 2020 in “Cell Death and Disease” Overactive sonic hedgehog signaling worsens uterine scarring by reducing cell recycling.
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December 2007 in “Journal of Cataract and Refractive Surgery” Finasteride may cause floppy-iris syndrome during cataract surgery, so check patients' medical history.
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August 2016 in “Scientific Reports” Cinnamomi cortex may help treat prostate enlargement by reducing related proteins.
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October 2006 in “Fertility and Sterility” The document concludes that identifying the cause of amenorrhea is crucial for proper treatment.
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September 2018 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism” Intravaginal testosterone cream improves sexual satisfaction and reduces vaginal discomfort in postmenopausal women on breast cancer treatment without affecting hormone levels.
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July 2004 in “Fertility and Sterility” Amenorrhea is when a woman doesn't have periods, with primary amenorrhea starting by age 15 or within five years of breast development, and secondary amenorrhea when periods stop for three months. It affects 3-4% of women not pregnant, breastfeeding, or in menopause, mainly due to polycystic ovary syndrome, hypothalamic amenorrhea, hyperprolactinemia, and ovarian failure.
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January 2019 in “Annals of Dermatology” Blocking the NOTCH pathway can prevent fibrosis in systemic sclerosis.
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June 2012 in “BMC Research Notes” The HGCA tool helps identify genes that work together by analyzing their co-expression patterns.
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June 2011 in “Andrologia” Ganoderma lucidum may help treat enlarged prostate in rats.