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Brett Troia

posted 05/14/2009, comments (0)

Prostate Cancer Diagnosis at 41

Please feel free to visit my blog and share in my story www.bretttroia.blogspot.com I was diagnosed Dec 3, 2008 and have recently undergone a radical robotic prostatectomy on April 6, 2009. I am currently cancer-free and recovering. I will be raising funds for the Prostate Cancer Foundation while competing in the Athletes... Read more Chevron

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Jay Motola

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posted 05/01/2009, comments (3)

What are the differences between Flomax, Uroxatral, and Avodart?

Dear Dr. Motola, What are the differences between Flomax, Uroxatral, and Avodart? Flomax and Uroxatral are both drugs that are alpha-bockers. These drugs help to relax muscle fibers that squeeze the prostate. By relaxing these muscle fibers, the flow of urine will improve, your bladder should empty more effectively and urinary... Read more Chevron

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posted 04/28/2009, comments (0)

Hormones

Will Avodart decrease testosterone w/out the side affects of hormones. ie Hot flashes, weight gain?

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posted 04/15/2009, comments (0)

Dad has urinating issues--new product the answer?

Hello everyone! Thanks for reading my post, I'm really hoping someone can help me with my question. My Dad recently underwent treatment for his BPH and has since been having issues urinating. At his latest urologist appointment, his doctor suggested a new product called the Spanner which he swears by and thinks will really... Read more Chevron

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posted 04/02/2009, comments (2)

honeyandhazel

My father had his psa level checked 6 months ago and it was 4.5, it was checked again and it is now 5.8 he is 72 years of age, is this a concern as he does not to seem to think so

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