Mens Health Flashcards

1
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Causes for male pattern baldness

A

Hair follicles sensitive to dihydrotestosterone

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2
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Treatments for baldness

A

finasteride
minoxidil

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3
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What is the IPSS score

A

International Prostate Symptom Score
1-7 is mild
20+ is severe

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4
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Treatments for BPH

A

Surgical options
Alpha blockers eg Tamsulosin- relaxes bladder muscles
Finasteride- reduces prostate size

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5
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Treatment of ED

A

Phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitors

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