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GlossaryInternational Prostate Symptom Score (IPSS)

standardized questionnaire assessing urinary symptoms and quality of life

The International Prostate Symptom Score (IPSS) is a standardized questionnaire used to evaluate the severity of symptoms related to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), a common condition in older men where the prostate gland enlarges and causes urinary problems. The IPSS consists of seven questions about urinary symptoms and one question about the patient's quality of life, helping healthcare providers assess the impact of BPH on daily activities and guide treatment decisions.

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research Androgenetic Alopecia as an Early Marker of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia

28 citations, August 2011 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Early hair loss may indicate prostate issues.

research Comparative Study of Therapeutic Effect of Dibenyline, Finasteride, and Combination Drugs for Symptomatic Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia

21 citations, January 1998 in “Urologia internationalis”

All treatments helped with prostate symptoms, but the combination of dibenyline and finasteride worked best without extra side effects.

research Efficacy and Safety of 5 Alpha-Reductase Inhibitor Monotherapy in Patients with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: A Meta-Analysis

19 citations, October 2018 in “PLOS ONE”

5 alpha-reductase inhibitors can slightly improve symptoms of enlarged prostate but have a high risk of sexual side effects.

research The Beneficial Effects of Pumpkin (Cucurbita Pepo L.) Seed Oil for Men's Health

15 citations, June 2018 in “Food Reviews International”

Pumpkin seed oil may improve prostate health, bladder control, and hair growth in men.

research Is There a Relationship Between Androgenic Alopecia and Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia?

3 citations, January 2015 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)”

There's no link between hair loss type androgenic alopecia and benign prostatic hyperplasia, but early hair loss and family history can mean more severe alopecia.

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