In a nutshell This review looked at whether ginseng improves sperm quality. It found that ginseng may improve sperm quality. Some background Infertility affects over 10% of couples, and half of infertility cases involve male infertility. Male infertility can occur when sperm quality is low. There may be few sperm, the sperm may move...
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In a nutshell The study looked at the effects of long term androgen deprivation therapy (LT-ADT), pelvic lymph node radiotherapy (PLNRT) and prostate bed radiotherapy (PBRT) in patients with prostate cancer and high risk of recurrence after prostate surgery. They found an increase in survival without cancer worsening in these patients. Some...
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In a nutshell This study reviewed the effectiveness of drugs used to treat rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Some background Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic disease. It is caused by painful inflammation in the joints. Over time this can lead to degeneration of joint tissue and disability. RA is managed with disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs...
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In a nutshell This study investigated if catheter-based renal denervation (CB-RD) can be used to lower blood pressure (BP) in patients not taking any medication for lowering BP. They found that CB-RD reduces BP in patients not taking medications. Some background Hypertension or high blood pressure (BP) is a common condition. Managing BP levels...
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In a nutshell This study looked at fertility preservation (FP) in patients with breast cancer. It found that many patients choose FP before chemotherapy and that most patients have a return of ovulation following treatment. Some background 12% of patients newly diagnosed with breast cancer are under 40 years of age. Preserving fertility is a concern...
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In a nutshell This study investigated the effectiveness of mirabegron (Myrbetriq) on overactive bladder (OAB) in patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) receiving tamsulosin (Flomax) therapy. Researchers suggested that mirabegron is a good and safe treatment for these patients. Some background OAB is present in 23% of the US population and...
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In a nutshell This study investigated the effectiveness of mirabegron (Myrbetriq) on overactive bladder (OAB) in patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) receiving tamsulosin (Flomax) therapy. Researchers suggested that mirabegron is a good and safe treatment for these patients. Some background OAB is present in 23% of the US population and...
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In a nutshell This study reviewed dietary approaches to lower blood pressure in patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D). It found that several diets including low-sodium, high-fiber, DASH, low-protein, and vegan were effective in reducing blood pressure in patients with T2D. Some background Patients with T2D have higher average blood pressure and are at...
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In a nutshell This study looked at the effect of nano-curcumin supplements on depression and anxiety in patients with diabetes and nerve damage. It found that taking nano-curcumin for eight weeks reduced depression and anxiety in these patients. Some background Patients with diabetes often have high rates of anxiety, depression, and stress. Poor...
Read MoreIn a nutshell This study investigated the effectiveness and safety of tadalafil (Cialis) plus mirabegron (Myrbetriq) in the treatment of overactive bladder (OAB). Researchers suggested that this combined treatment improves symptoms caused by OAB. Some background OAB consists of a frequent feeling of needing to urinate. It negatively impacts the...
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In a nutshell This study examined the effectiveness of hormonal therapy in premenopausal women with hormone receptor-positive early breast cancer with or without other treatments. The authors concluded that patients who received hormonal therapy had a higher chance of survival and without a return of cancer. Some background The hormone...
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In a nutshell This study compared two different types of chemotherapy for patients with metastatic (spread to other parts of the body) colorectal cancer (mCRC). Researchers suggested that FOLFOXIRI plus bevacizumab (Avastin) is associated with better outcomes in these patients. Some background Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer...
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