Browsing by Subject "BPH"

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    Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)
    (2010-09-15) Dunn, Travis
    Saw palmetto is no more effective at relieving the symptoms of BPH (as measured on the American Urologic Association Symptom Inventory) than placebo. It is also not more effective than placebo at increasing peak urinary flow rates or decreasing prostate size.
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    Prostate Cancer Prevention: Do I need Finasteride?
    (2010-07-22) Shelver, Jon
    Despite reports, Finasteride is not yet recommended for routine prevention of prostate cancer. A recent study has raised new questions that are still being answered. In the mean time, the best approach is to continue an individualized monitoring plan developed between you and your doctor.