Term
| At what age should a DRE (digital rectal exam) be performed? |
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Definition
| Annually for men age 40 and up |
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Term
| What is the normal value for PSE (preostate specific antigen) |
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Definition
2.0 - 4.0 ng/ml
NEVER DRAW DIRECTLY AFTER A DRE!!! |
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Term
| What are the clinial finding of BPH? |
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Definition
Dec. in force or caliber of urine, Hesitancy, post voiding dribbling, incontinence, retention (IF ENLARGED TOO MUCH CAN CAUSE OCCLUSION AND ACUTE RENAL FAILURE!!!)
Frequency, Urgency, Nocturia, Painless hematuria
Firm, smooth, symmectrically enlarged prostate |
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Term
| What is Proscar (Finasteride) and what are the side effects? |
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Definition
5-alpha reductace inhibitor
Reduces testosterone levels
S/E's:
Impotence, Gynestomia, Problems w/ ejaculation, possible hypersensitivity responsr (hives, angioedema) |
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Term
| How do Alpha Blockers work and what are the side effects? |
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Definition
They relax the smooth muscle tissue of the baldder and urinary tract
ie. Flomax,Cardura, Hytrin
S/E's:
Hypotension, weakness, Lightheadedness, dizziness, headaches, NASAL CONGESTION |
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