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October 2008 in “Urology” PSA levels help determine prostate size and guide treatment choices for benign prostatic hyperplasia.
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September 2020 in “BMC Cancer” 5α-reductase inhibitors may lower the risk of death from bladder cancer.
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June 2015 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” Chronic kidney disease can cause skin problems that affect patient quality of life, and treating these conditions can improve outcomes.
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November 2019 in “Trends in Urology & Men s Health” Haematospermia is usually harmless but needs careful checking to ease anxiety and find any serious causes.
May 2025 in “Journal of the ASEAN Federation of Endocrine Societies” Thorough evaluation is crucial for postmenopausal women with virilization to detect rare ovarian tumors.
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August 2018 in “BJOG” Uterine transplants for transgender women are feasible but need more research.
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November 2013 in “Urologia Internationalis” Many men under 40 with erectile dysfunction have organic causes like vascular issues, medication side effects, or hormonal problems.
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July 2019 in “The journal of applied laboratory medicine” Venous catheterization may help diagnose the cause of female hyperandrogenism when imaging is unclear.
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January 2021 in “Acta Cirurgica Brasileira” Dutasteride and finasteride cause kidney damage, with dutasteride being more harmful.
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April 2007 in “Journal of Andrology” Excessive pre-ejaculation can be treated with certain medications.
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June 2019 in “Case Reports in Ophthalmological Medicine” Anxiety from bedwetting caused a boy to pull out his eyelashes, but it was resolved with family and school support.
January 2023 in “Open veterinary journal” A cat developed skin problems from a certain brand of injected water pills, which went away after switching brands.
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June 2017 in “BJU international” Pregnant female urologists should avoid certain drugs and use protective measures to stay safe.
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March 2016 in “Progress in Transplantation” Healthcare providers need better understanding and cultural sensitivity to improve care for transgender patients with kidney failure needing transplants.
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March 2020 in “The Journal of Urology” Older patients sticking to their prostate medication saw lasting health benefits.