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    Glossary Testis

    organ producing sperm and testosterone in male mammals

    The testis, also known as the testicle or male gonad, is an organ found in male mammals that produces sperm and testosterone, the primary male sex hormone. Located in the scrotum, the testes play a crucial role in male fertility and secondary sexual characteristics, such as muscle mass and body hair growth.

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