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    Glossary Prostate Weight

    mass of prostate gland, usually measured in grams

    Prostate weight refers to the mass of the prostate gland, typically measured in grams. This measurement is important in medical contexts, as an enlarged prostate can indicate conditions such as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or prostate cancer. For professionals, accurate assessment of prostate weight can aid in diagnosis, treatment planning, and monitoring the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions.

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    1. Cyproterone a synthetic anti-androgen and weak progestogen that inhibits DHT binding to androgen receptor
    2. Finasteride Popular 5-alpha reductase inhibitor that lowers DHT, taken as a pill or used topically
    3. Bicalutamide Nonsteroidal anti-androgen, originally a prostate cancer drug
    4. Saw Palmetto Palm-berry extract taken as a supplement
    5. Dutasteride 5-alpha reductase inhibitor that blocks both enzyme types, a stronger DHT blocker than finasteride