SM>Then this is not necessarily primarily a "male" herb?
 
It is generally conceded to be so because of its efficacy in contolling BPH.  
Its function is to slow down the chemical conversion of testosterone to 
dihydrotestosterone, a natural process beginning later in life.  The latter 
is the culprit in causing enlargement.
 
I read just about everything there is on the subject and have not seen any 
references to hyperthyroidism control.  Perhaps Mr. V. can post some 
references.
 
SM>done a biopsy and it was negative.  I wondered if I should start "pushing" 
it on my husband.
 
If your husband shows even mild symptoms, then by all means do some further 
reading and discuss the therapy with him.  Also be sure he notifies his 
family doctor.  You can practically guarantee him noticable relief within 
days!  I am 72 and have been taking a "maintenance" dosage of 800 mg 4:1 
extract daily for about six years.  When I began, the symptoms were VERY 
severe.  Today I am symptom-free.  An annual digital exam and PSA analysis 
are also a "must"  after the onset of BPH symptoms. 
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