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October 7, 2016

Proscar for BPH, Other Conditions Not Linked to Long-term Adverse Effects, Study Shows

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There is little need to worry about the long-term consequences of Proscar or Propecia (finasteride) use in men who use it to relieve symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), for treatment ... Read more

October 5, 2016

Early Study Suggests Drug to Treat Premature Ejaculation May Be of Benefit in BPH

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Dapoxetine, a drug developed for the treatment of premature ejaculation, may have a protective effect against testosterone induced benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in rats, according to a study conducted by ... Read more

October 3, 2016

Two Most Common BPH 5-ARI Combo Treatments Equally Effective, Economical

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There is no difference in outcomes among men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) treated early with two different 5-alpha reductase inhibitors (5-ARIs) in combination with alpha-blockers, according to a study ... Read more

September 30, 2016September 30, 2016

BPH, Not Its Treatments, Are Likely Cause of Sexual Dysfunction, Study Says

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Common treatments for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), like Proscar (finasteride) or Avodart (dutasteride), are suggested to be linked to erectile dysfunction and other sexual problems in a number a studies. ... Read more

September 26, 2016

Treatments for BPH, LUTS Frequently Associated with Ejaculatory Dysfunction

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A new report published in the journal Translational Andrology and Urology explored previously published data to help clarify the impact of certain treatments for lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) from benign ... Read more

September 13, 2016September 13, 2016

BPH Patients Using Avodart (Dutasteride) Less Likely to Need Surgery, Study Says

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The risk of undergoing benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)-related prostate surgery is lower among men using dutasteride compared to those using finasteride, according to a study published in the BMC Urology journal. This ... Read more

August 23, 2016

Hormonal Imbalance in BPH Results in Disrupted Cell Death Pathways

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Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) has been widely linked to disturbances in apoptotic (cell death) pathways. In a recent review, Italian researchers described the apoptotic pathways that are modified in patients ... Read more

May 24, 2016May 24, 2016

Prosterol Appears Effective in Reducing BPH-related Enzyme, According to Study

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Researchers determined that Prosterol — a novel saw palmetto supercritical CO2 extract (SPSE) — reduces the benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)-related enzyme 5α-reductase isoform II as effectively as standard therapies. The study, “Determination ... Read more

May 23, 2016June 22, 2016

BPH: How Does Cialis Help Relieve Erectile Dysfunction?

Erectile dysfunction is a common problem for patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Between 43-75% of all BPH patients experience erectile dysfunction, depending on their age. The problem affects the patient’s ... Read more

May 20, 2016May 20, 2016

Garlic Shown to Prevent Prostate Growth as Effectively as a Drug in BPH Rat Model

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Garlic taken for four weeks reduced prostate size and inflammatory markers in a testosterone-induced rat model of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The findings indicate that the herb might be a safe ... Read more