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BPH: Enlarged Prostate

Benign prostatic  hyperplasia, or BPH, is a common phenomenon among older men.  It basically is the non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland. It's believed that more than half of all men in their 60's experience some sort of enlargement of this gland. The initial growth of the prostate happens in puberty, and a second growth spurt... Read moreChevron
posted 08/20/2010, comments (0)|
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Avodart or TURP to relieve BPH symptoms in normal size prostate

I am 67 yrs old & have had bothersome urine frequency & nocturia BPH symptoms for over 12 years. I have been treated with Flomax & tried the microwave procedures to no avail. My urologist conducted a uro-rectal bladder volume eval recently which he said showed him that although I have a small mass gland, it is the inner mass of tissue... Read moreChevron
posted 04/01/2010, comment (1)|
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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 moreChevron
posted 05/01/2009, comments (4)|
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Hormones

Will Avodart decrease testosterone w/out the side affects of hormones. ie Hot flashes, weight gain?
posted 04/28/2009, comments (0)|
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Can Bactrim Decrease Fertility or Reproductive Performance?

Dear Dr. Motola,   Is it ok to continue to try and conceive if I have a prostate infection and am taking Bactrim?   No adverse effects on fertility or reproductive perfomance have been linked with the use of Bactrim. Avodart (dutasteride) is a drug that could have an adverse effect on a developing fetus, and women who are... Read moreChevron
posted 08/01/2008, comments (0)|
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