Prospective Evaluation on Sexual Dysfunction Persistence, Worsening or Improvement in BPH Patients After Finasteride or Dutasteride Treatment

    March 2008 in “ European Urology Supplements ”
    Giorgio Pomara, Giuseppe M. Campo, F. Menchini‐Fabris, G. Morelli, F. Francesca, R. Minervini
    TLDR Finasteride and dutasteride can affect sexual function in BPH patients.
    The study evaluated the persistence, worsening, or improvement of sexual dysfunction in patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) after treatment with finasteride or dutasteride. It aimed to provide insights into the sexual side effects associated with these medications, which are commonly used to manage BPH. The findings were intended to help healthcare providers better understand the potential impacts on sexual health when prescribing these treatments. However, specific results, including the number of participants and detailed outcomes, were not provided in the summary.
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