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Smoking gun: DNA methylation in prostate cancer
Key clinical point: This study demonstrates an association between smoking, DNA methylation, and potentially pathogenic genetic changes. Major...
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Androgen deprivation therapy linked to depression
Key clinical point: Androgen deprivation therapy for prostate cancer is associated with increased risk for clinical depression. Major finding: Men...
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Generic sildenafil approved for erectile dysfunction
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Testosterone: Moderate sexual, mood benefits; no vitality benefit
Key clinical point: Testosterone therapy provides small to moderate benefits in sexual function and mood but none in walking distance or vitality...
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Statins don’t appear to compromise effectiveness of abiraterone
Key clinical point: Use of statins does not reduce the effectiveness of abiraterone in men with castration-resistant prostate cancer. Major...
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Testicular cancer patients who fare well early on have smooth sailing thereafter
Key clinical point: The longer men lived without any recurrence, the greater their probability of remaining alive and disease free in the future....
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FDA finalizes 1-year blood donor deferral for gay, bisexual men
The FDA issued finalized guidance that cut blood donor deferral by men who have sex with men from indefinitely to 12 months from the most recent...
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ADT linked to increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease
Key clinical point: Patients who underwent ADT for prostate cancer had significantly increased risk of future Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis. Major...
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Experts call for international cooperation on human gene editing
As the International Summit on Human Gene Editing comes to a close, organizers call for cooperation to establish norms for acceptable and ethical...
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AACE releases new position statement on testosterone replacement therapy in men
Rigorous studies have not linked testosterone replacement therapy to heart attack or stroke, and the decision to prescribe TRT should be based on...