DR and its effect on the insulin/IGF-1 system The importance of the insulin/IGF-1 system for the antitumor effects of DR is exemplified by the fact that in vivo IGF-1 administration 94, 95, 96 completely rescued CR-sensitive tumors from CR-induced growth inhibition
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Watch for patterns: headache, dizziness, nausea, diarrhea, constipation, or fatigue
Initial assessment should include: Detailed medical and sexual history, including medication review Cardiovascular risk assessment (e.g., QRISK3 score) Examination of external genitalia and secondary sexual characteristics Blood pressure measurement Blood tests: fasting glucose or HbA1c, lipid profile, early morning (before 11am) total testosterone (repeat if low), consider prolactin and thyroid function if clinically indicated First-line pharmacological treatment: Phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) inhibitors are the mainstay of ED treatment and include sildenafil, tadalafil, vardenafil, and avanafil
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Starting at a low dose can assist with these issues