A client with prostate cancer is being treated with leuprolide (Lupron).The nurse would counsel the client regarding which side effect?

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Leuprolide (Lupron) is a type of hormone therapy used to treat prostate cancer by reducing the amount of testosterone produced by the body. Decreased libido and hair loss are common side effects of hormone therapies like leuprolide due to the reduction in testosterone levels.

A Client with Prostate Cancer Is Being Treated with Leuprolide