In a nutshell This review was conducted in an effort to update current guidelines for the prevention of nausea and vomiting in patients receiving chemotherapy. According to this update by the American Society of Clinical Oncology, all patients who receive highly emetogenic chemotherapies (treatments known to cause nausea and vomiting) should be...
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In a nutshell This review was conducted in an effort to update current guidelines for the prevention of nausea and vomiting in patients receiving chemotherapy. According to this update by the American Society of Clinical Oncology, all patients who receive highly emetogenic chemotherapies (treatments known to cause nausea and vomiting) should be...
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In a nutshell This review was conducted in an effort to update current guidelines for the prevention of nausea and vomiting in patients receiving chemotherapy. According to this update by the American Society of Clinical Oncology, all patients who receive highly emetogenic chemotherapies (treatments known to cause nausea and vomiting) should be...
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In a nutshell This review was conducted in an effort to update current guidelines for the prevention of nausea and vomiting in patients receiving chemotherapy. According to this update by the American Society of Clinical Oncology, all patients who receive highly emetogenic chemotherapies (treatments known to cause nausea and vomiting) should be...
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In a nutshell This review was conducted in an effort to update current guidelines for the prevention of nausea and vomiting in patients receiving chemotherapy. According to this update by the American Society of Clinical Oncology, all patients who receive highly emetogenic chemotherapies (treatments known to cause nausea and vomiting) should be...
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In a nutshell This study investigated a possible relationship between respiratory infections and androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) used to treat prostate cancer. Researchers concluded that the risk of developing respiratory infections increases with hormonal therapy. Some background Androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) is commonly used to treat...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This review outlined the effects of metabolic factors (such as obesity, diabetes, and cholesterol levels) on benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The authors concluded that weight loss, physical activity, and proper treatment of metabolic disorders can help reduce BPH symptoms. Some background The occurrence and symptoms of...
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In a nutshell This study evaluated the effectiveness of PRO 160/120 (Prostagutt) for the treatment of nocturia among men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The authors concluded that PRO 160/120 is a suitable alternative to common drug therapies in reducing episodes of nocturia. Some background Frequently waking up at night to urinate...
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In a nutshell This study examined the long-term effectiveness of the TOMS male sling in treating urinary incontinence following prostate surgery. While urinary symptoms initially improved with the TOMS male sling, researchers concluded that some degree of incontinence can occur after the first year of treatment. Some background Urinary...
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In a nutshell This review investigated the role of sexual partners in managing erectile dysfunction. The authors concluded that sexual partners are equally affected by erectile dysfunction and can significantly contribute to treatment success. Some background The goal of any treatment for erectile dysfunction is to provide men and their sexual...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This review outlined recent findings on the overall effects of testosterone replacment therapy. The authors concluded that erectile dysfunction due to testosterone deficiency can be safely and effectively treated with testosterone replacement therapy. Some background Testosterone, a male sex hormone, plays an important role in...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study assessed the effects on cholesterol of tocilizumab (TCZ, Actemra) and adalimumab (Humira) in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients. The results showed that cholesterol levels increased more with TCZ. Other risk factors for heart disease decreased more with TCZ. Some background RA is a chronic autoimmune disease (when the...
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