In a perfect world we’d all be entirely informed about how our bodies function—unfortunately many people are uninformed or misinformed when it comes to health. Many are aware that lifestyle choices can affect your health. Smoking, drinking, late nights, an extra fatty diet, too much sugar or salt, overexposure to the sun, and too much stress are just some of the factors that all add up over the years and lead to ill health. Other factors are simply due to an aging body..

For example, prostate health should be paid close attention to by every man over 40. The prostate is a gland that is a vital part of the male sexual organs. The prostate gland’s function is to first produce and then store a vital component of seminal fluid or semen. An aging prostate may affect normal activities and hamper one’s lifestyle. Most men never consider their prostate or prostate health until their body forces them to. , But there are important reasons why men should make prostate health a priority as they approach the age of 40. After 40, it is important to have an annual check-up so that your doctor can determine the health of your prostate. Early and frequent checkups can help you know exactly what type of nutrition and supplements you should be taking. The sooner you take control of your lifestyle, the sooner you’ll ensure a better quality of your health and of your life.

How to Make Prostate Health a Priority

1. Nutrition – One of the main contributors to a healthy prostate is the correct diet. Food, in essence is the very foundation on which good health is built. There are certain foods that should be avoided or consumed only minimally:

All processed meats and red meat Processed dairy products and those made with skimmed milk (these contain a dangerous form of oxidized cholesterol) All fried foods high in trans-fatty acids Hydrogenated oils (found in products such as margarine) Too much sugar Processed foods made with white flour Instant packaged foods, which are high in sodium and preservatives Alcohol, caffeine, fluoridated water, soft drinks with aspartame

Instead of the above, have several servings daily of the following:

Fresh vegetables especially Broccoli, Brussel sprouts, Cauliflower, and Cabbage Tomatoes or Lycopene, found in processed tomatoes like ketchup and sauce. Fruits like watermelon that are also rich in Lycopene Pumpkin seeds full of essential fatty acids that nurture the prostate Organic meat and chicken and lots of fresh fish Brown rice instead of white Whole nuts and fruits (pesticide free) Olive oil (but not for cooking) Lots of filtered (non-chlorinated and non fluoridated) water Foods rich in zinc such as Wheat Germ, All Bran cereals, and shellfish are important for prostate function and has been shown to reduce prostate size

2. Maintain Your Ideal Weight and Exercise – There have been a number of studies that show that men with larger waists were more likely to develop prostate enlargement than those at their ideal weight. If you need to lose weight, exercise regularly and eat a balanced diet to avoid future ill health

3. Moderate Your Consumption of Alcohol – Alcohol raises the body’s prolactin levels. This in turn increases the uptake of testosterone into the prostate and causes a higher possibility of an unhealthy prostate.

4. Regular Prostate Exams – Annual prostate exams can help with an aging prostate and lead to more effective treatment. It is important to have an annual check-up to determine prostate health. Early detection can help you to take counter measures by adequate nutrition and supplements known to benefit prostate health

5. Supplements – There are several supplements available that nutritionally support healthy prostate, urinary and bladder functioning. Supplements that contain Beta-sitosterol and Saw Palmetto have been found to support a healthy prostate. Along with other health benefits, Beta-sitosterol is mainly known to benefit cardiovascular health due to its antioxidant activity. Super Beta Prostate contains a high concentration of Beta-sitosterol. In fact, you would have to take 100 Saw Palmetto capsules in order to get the same amount of sterols in one Super Beta Prostate. Plus Super Beta Prostate contains 12 additional vitamins and minerals that are specifically designed to target and support healthy prostate functioning. However, if you are taking prescription medication, or you have other concerns, you should consult with your doctor before beginning any new health regimen.

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British scientists have developed “the first reliable test of whether men are at high risk of prostate cancer”, reported the Daily Mail. It said the test has so far proven to be twice as precise as the existing PSA test, and is of urine rather than blood, which would make it cheaper to perform.

Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men, affecting 35,000 men in the UK a year, with 10,000 of those dying from the disease. This research shows that men with the disease have reduced levels of a protein called MSMB.

This is very early laboratory research, and it is too early to suggest that the test “offers hope to thousands”. It is still not known whether a test based on this research could improve prediction of prostate cancer risk, prostate cancer diagnosis or disease monitoring. Larger studies within the community are needed before we have a better idea of whether this test could be a useful addition to the existing tests for prostate cancer.

Where did the story come from?

The study was carried out by researchers from the Cancer Research UK (CRUK) Cambridge Research Institute and other research centres in the UK, US and Australia. It was funded by the University of Cambridge, CRUK, The Institute of Cancer Research, The Everyman Campaign, the EU, Hutchison Whampoa Limited and The Prostate Cancer Research Foundation. The study was published in the peer-reviewed open-access journal PLoS ONE.

The Daily Mail, The Guardian, BBC News and The Daily Telegraph covered this story. They suggest that the test may be able to identify people at greater risk of prostate cancer and could be part of a screening programme.

However, some of the reports may give the wrong impression of how developed this test is. The research is still at an early stage, and it is not known whether this protein can be used to detect those at greater risk of prostate cancer, or how long it will take to become commercially available. There is much more work to be done on this test.

What kind of research was this?

The researchers say that previous genetic studies have identified a particular single letter genetic variation within a gene called MSMB that is more common in people with prostate cancer.

Which form of this single letter (nucleotide) variation, called rs10993994, a person carries has been found to affect how active their MSMB gene is. The form of the variation that is linked with prostate cancer (called the ‘high risk allele’) causes the MSMB gene to be less active than it normally would be. The MSMB gene produces a protein called microseminoprotein-beta (MSMB), which is the second most abundant protein in semen after prostate serum antigen (PSA).

About 30 to 40% of men of European descent carry the high-risk allele, and 70 to 80% of men of African descent. However, not all men carrying the high-risk allele will develop prostate cancer. Previous studies have suggested that men who carry one copy of the high-risk allele are 1.3 times more likely to develop prostate cancer than those with no copies of the high-risk allele.

The researchers were interested in further investigating the role that MSMB might play in prostate cancer, and whether the high-risk allele influenced this role. They were also interested in seeing whether MSMB could be used to differentiate between men with and without prostate cancer. In this study, they looked at levels of MSMB protein in prostate tissue and in urine samples from men with or without prostate cancer.

This sort of research is an appropriate way to start investigating whether a variation identified in genetic studies has an

effect on the disease in question. The diagnostic portion of this study should be considered to be preliminary, as much more research would be needed to support its usefulness as a diagnostic test.

What did the research involve?

The researchers first looked at the MSMB protein in benign and malignant prostate cancer tissue samples, and whether this varied in people with the high-risk form of rs10993994. As each person carries two copies of rs10993994, they also looked at whether having one or two copies of the high-risk allele affected levels of MSMB protein in the prostate. They then
looked at levels of the MSMB protein in urine samples, and whether this was related to levels of prostate serum antigen (PSA) in the urine, the presence or absence of prostate cancer, rs10993994 allele, and age at onset of prostate cancer.

The researchers also looked at whether levels of the MSMB protein was more accurate than PSA in telling apart urine samples from men with prostate cancer and men without prostate cancer.

The researchers used tissue, blood and urine samples collected from about 336 men with prostate cancer who had biopsies taken or their prostates removed at two UK hospitals between 1995 and 2008. They also used samples obtained from about 215 men taking part in another research study, who did not have prostate cancer or only had benign prostate lesions.

Varying numbers of men could be included in the different analyses, depending on what samples had been collected and the quality of these samples. For example, the tissue samples of 168 prostate cancer patients were examined under the microscope, while samples from 145 prostate cancer patients could be assessed to see which form of the rs10993994 variation they carried. Eighty-nine prostate cancer patients provided tissue, DNA and a urine sample.

What were the basic results?

Levels of MSMB protein were much lower in cancerous prostate tissue than normal prostate tissue. They were also reduced in a type of early pre-cancerous prostate lesion called prostatic intra-epithelial neoplasia (PIN) compared with normal prostate tissue.

Men who carried two copies of the high-risk rs10993994 allele had the lowest levels of MSMB protein in their prostate tissue. Those who carried no copies of the high-risk rs10993994 allele had the highest levels of MSMB protein in their prostate tissue.

The researchers then compared the levels of MSMB in urine samples from 89 men with prostate cancer and 215 men without prostate cancer. Men with prostate cancer had higher levels of MSMB protein in the urine than men without cancer.

Assessing levels of the MSMB protein in the urine was better at differentiating between men with and without cancer in this sample than assessing PSA levels. This was true for tumours of all different levels of aggressiveness (as measured by the Gleason score).

How did the researchers interpret the results?

The researchers concluded that the rs10993994 high-risk allele, which was identified by using genome-wide association methods, does have an effect on the prostate and prostate cancer. They say that they have provided “the first link” between such a genetic variation for prostate cancer and a potential test for use in human tissue and bodily fluids.
The researchers also say, “there is potential to develop tissue and urinary MSMB for a biomarker of prostate cancer risk, diagnosis and disease monitoring”.

Conclusion

This early research has found that MSMB protein levels in the urine vary between men with and without prostate cancer. Much more research will be needed to determine whether these findings can be used as the basis for improved detection of prostate cancer risk, prostate cancer diagnosis or disease monitoring.

When developing a diagnostic test, many factors have to be considered and tested. These include:

•Is the test accurate?

•How well does the test differentiate between those with and without the disease, or those at higher risk of the disease from those at lower risk?

•If the test is for predicting the likelihood of developing a disease, what can be done for those at higher risk? If there are no known ways of reducing a person’s risk, knowing that they were at higher risk might not be helpful.

•When used in practice, does the test improve people’s outcomes, e.g. reducing the likelihood of developing the disease or dying from the disease?

Better ways of detecting and monitoring prostate cancer are needed, and this research may well contribute to the development of these. However, it is too early to suggest that this study has already solved these problems and “offers hope to thousands”.

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As Men age excess testosterene is converted to hst which causes male pattern ballness in men.

Therefore, prostate cancer may be the most preventable type of cancer (following smoking-related lung cancers).

There has recently been a large amount of research and investigation into prostate cancer. These studies examine the use of certain nutrients and their ability to prevent and actually treat prostate cancer.

These nutrients include: calcium D-glucarate, selenium, broccoli, green tea, maitake, and lycopene.

The prostate is awalnut sized organ in the man’s reproduction system which makes and stores seminal fluid to be used in semen.

The prostate gland is a walnut sized organ that grows and grows until it causes a pletra of problems in men. Although early prostate cancer does not often cause any symptoms, many symptoms of prostate cancer are also symptoms of other prostate problems, including infection or benign prostatic hyperplasia (prostate enlargement due to age-related changes).

If you or a man you know has any of the following symptoms, see a health care professional for evaluation: difficulty starting urination and holding back urine, inability to urinate, painful ejaculation, and/or blood in urine or semen are all symptoms of a enlarged prostate.

Age is the biggest factor associated with prostate cancer as most prostate cancers occur in men over the age of 65. If a man’s father or brother has prostate cancer, his risk of getting it is over 80%. African-Americans are at a higher risk, along with mechanics, farmers, sheet metal workers, and those exposed to cadmium.

Prostate cancer is ordinarily diagnosed through a digital rectal exam, in which a doctor inserts a gloved finger into the rectum and feels the prostate through the rectal wall, checking for hard or lumpy areas.

Blood tests for prostate-specific antigens (PSA) are also used. This consists of a lab measuring the levels of prostate-specific antigens in a blood sample as the level may rise in men who have prostate cancer, benign prostatic hyperplasia, or an infection in the prostate.

However, these tests will only determine if there is a problem with the man’s prostate gland. They can not determine if the problem is cancer A biopsy is needed to reveal the presence of actual prostate cancer.

Some of these help men’s bodies work more effectively some keep cancer cells from growing, and others actually kill prostate cancer cells.

Some of these help men’s bodies work more effectively some keep cancer cells from growing, and others actually kill prostate cancer cells.

Each day we are exposed to cancer-causing chemicals and toxins coming in part from contaminants in the food we eat and pollutants in the air we breathe.

Natural toxins, which are produced in our bodies, can be produced through excess hormones, such as estrogen and testosterone, and can cause cancer when they are no longer needed.

Cancer-causing chemicals initiate cancer, but more importantly can cause existing cancers to grow bigger, stronger, and more deadly.

Toxins are bound in the liver to a chemical called glucoronic acid. Research has discovered that an increase in glucuronidase activity in the body is linked with prostate cancer.

Calcium D-glucarate assists our bodies in keeping harmful toxins and chemicals bound to glucuronic acid. It has also been shown to stop prostate cancer growth and help rid the body of toxic chemicals and excess hormones that could stimulate cancer formation.

Selenium is an essential trace mineral found in the soil. It exists in plant foods like oatmeal and meats that we eat. Selenium is a major antioxidant. It slows down aging, keeps our skin flexible, and helps prevent dandruff. Selinium is a formidable oxidant that help get rid of toxins and free radicals that feeds prostate cancer.

But, some of selenium’s most powerful effects are on the prostate gland. A recent study showed that selenium can cut the rate of prostate cancer by 63%. The results of this study were so impressive that it has led to many other studies of selenium and prostate cancer.

In fact, researchers at the Arizona Cancer Center and the Arizona College of Public Health in Tucson are currently studying the effect of selenium on prostate cancer in four ongoing clinical trials.

For many years, scientists have observed that those who eat broccoli have been shown to have a lower risk of getting prostate cancer. The sulforaphane found in broccolu releases certain enzymes that retard the growth of prostate cancer cells.

Many lab experiments have showed that prostate cancer cells exposed to sulforaphane ceased to grow by up to 80 percent.

A potent plant substance found in green tea, EGCG, has been demonstrated to be a very effective killer of prostate cancer cells. EGCG can stop the growth of prostate cancer dead in its tracks. Red wine and cruciferous vegetables, which are known cancer killers, have the same chemical structure as EGCG.

Maitake mushrooms, also called dancing mushrooms, contain an important compound called D-fraction.

A recent study at New York Medical College showed that maitake D-fraction destroyed 95% of human prostate cancer cells in lab experiments.

Saw Palmetto is normally consumed in pill or tincture form. Some of these help men’s bodies work more effectively some keep cancer cells from growing, and others actually kill prostate cancer cells.

In men, testosterone is a natural occurring hormone that as a man age their testosterone converts to DHT. DHT is the cause of male pattern baldness and is the reason most men get enlarged prostate which leads to prostate cancer.

Saw palmetto’s active constituents seek out the same receptor sites DHT sits on in tissue and can displace DHT. Slowing the growth of the prostate and or shrinking the prostate allowing better urine flow.

Lycopene is involved in some of the most exciting nutritional news in relation to prostate health. This carotenoid is mainly found in tomatoes. Men who eat lots of cooked tomatoes have very low rates of prostate cancer.

Because promising preliminary reports show that lycopene can actually kill prostate cancer cells, there has been an explosion of lycopene and prostate cancer studies. In one of these studies, 32 prostate cancer patients ate a pasta meal covered with three-fourths cup of tomato sauce every day for three weeks. Results showed their PSA levels dropped two points. Even signs of DNA damage dropped sharply.

The saw palmetto berry contains all the phytonutrients and active sterols that help control the size of your prostate.

Be sure the formula you buy contains calcium d-glucarate, saw palmetto, lycopene, selenium, broccoli standardized to contain a minimum of 125 mcg sulforaphane, green tea, and maitake mushroom extract because standardized ingredients provide consistently effective nutrients.

Along with this, adopting a healthy diet including 5-9 servings of fruits and vegetables daily and several servings of whole grain cereals and bread, reducing red meat consumption to 2-3 servings per week and adding tomato-based foods can help to protect men from prostate cancer.

Those men who are 50 years and older should have a digital rectal exam and PSA test each year. Make sure to discuss with your health care professional to determine how frequently these tests should be done.

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The prostate is a gland in males below the bladder and wrapped around the urethra. The healthy human prostate is slightly larger than a walnut, and although it is called a gland, being composed of two lobes completely surrounded by a layer of outer tissue, the term “organ” is a more appropriate description.

With the aging process, it is quite common for the prostate gland to become enlarged. As a man ages the prostate goes through two main periods of growth. The first occurs early in puberty, during male genital development, when the prostate doubles in size.

Diagnosis of enlarged prostate:
The diagnosis of a swollen prostate is made by a rectal examination, urinalysis, a fluid check downloaded for signs of infection or inflammation, a specific blood test for prostate antigen (PSA) and ultrasound.

Ultrasound has proven a particularly useful tool in the diagnosis of prostate enlargement. Allows doctors to see an image of the bladder, which tells how well a man is emptying his bladder. The device is noninvasive and completely painless.

Symptoms of an enlarged prostate:
<Frequent urination (especially at night)
<Burning when urinating and a discharge from the penis
<Feeling of fullness behind the scrotum and in front of the rectum
<A thin stream of urine that stops and starts again
<Difficulty starting urinary stream
<Drips after urination

As symptoms progress, the bladder may not empty completely and the urine is retained, increasing the risk of infection.

What causes an enlarged prostate?
At about the age of 25, the gland begins to grow again. This second growth phase often results, years later, in an enlarged prostate gland. In this process the prostate enlarges, the layer of tissue surrounding the prostate that yawns wider.

This causes the prostate gland presses against the urethra like a clamp on a garden hose. The bladder wall becomes thicker and irritable. The bladder begins to contract even when it contains small amounts of urine, leading to more frequent urination.

Eventually the bladder weakens and loses the ability to empty. Urine remains in the bladder. This can cause symptoms similar to urinary tract infection.

Many people feel uncomfortable talking about the prostate. However, prostate enlargement is as common in aging and hair loss and memory.

Herbal Help for enlarged prostate:
Treatment may involve antibiotics, medications to shrink or relax the prostate or bladder or soaking in a hot tub. The goal is avoid reaching the point of urinary retention, where one can not urinate at all.

Men can sometimes take antibiotics for a long period of time with no real benefit. In fact, many of these conditions are not infections but just muscle spasms involving the prostate and surrounding tissue. This is a condition called prostatosis or Prostadynia.

Many natural herbal and homeopathic remedies that have proven clinically proven to promote prostate health in a natural way without harmful side effects. Certain herbs such as Epilobium parviflorum have demonstrated anti-inflammatory action and a curative effect on acute and chronic inflammation of the prostate herbs such as Epilobium parviflorum have demonstrated anti-inflammatory action and a curative effect on acute and chronic inflammation prostate and BPH.

Himplasia and BPH Capsule herbal product are also known to improve prostate health, support the immune system and guard against urinary tract infections.

In America and many other countries, natural remedies are prescribed widely even by conventional doctors to treat prostate conditions and to promote prostate health in a preventive manner. Remember to always make sure that the source of your natural remedies from a reputable company is to ensure the highest quality, therapeutic dosage and the best efficiency.

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Question by movieguy1022: Can an enlarged prostate feel good in a weird way?
I have a lot of the urinary symptoms of an enlarged prostate, but sexually my libido is even more than usual. I’m having trouble getting an erection, but I can still masturbate, achieve organism, and ejaculate, though it takes much longer than usual. But even walking around, I feel constantly stimulated just below my penis. However, I’ve only heard about the painful symptoms of enlarged prostates. While this isn’t really “enjoyable,” it’s not really painful either. Does anyone know anything about this?

Best answer:

Answer by WinterRose
lol @ ” I can acheive organism”, typo

really though, you should see a doc and get on some meds for that. Thats kinda weird. I guess the body does strange things as it ages.

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        Prostate gland problems are a very common problem among men. An enlargement of the prostate gland is known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The majority of men over fifty years old have either been diagnosed with BPH or at least have significant prostate enlargement (1). Symptoms of an enlarged prostate can include: frequent and/or painful urination, weak urine stream, difficulty urinating, blood in urine, pain in the lower back, and chills. Lifestyle can play a large role in the health of the prostate. Obese men are 50% more likely to have prostate problems (1). If BPH is not treated, prostate cancer can occur. Almost 200,000 cases of prostate cancer are diagnosed each year in America, and over 30,000 men die from this disease yearly (2). An enlarged prostate can not only lead to cancer, it can also cause bladder and kidney damage. The standard medical test to distinguish BPH from prostate cancer is the PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen) blood test. High PSA levels can indicate either BPH or cancer, depending on the age of the person tested.

        What does the prostate gland do, and why is it important? The function of the prostate is to produce liquid to blend with sperm to produce semen. It is also linked with the urinary tract, which makes it susceptible to bacterial infection. Prostate problems can be temporary (acute prostatitis), and are usually caused by bacterial infection. Bacteria can also cause longer-term prostatitis (chronic prostatitis). These infections are most often treated with antibiotics. However some supplements such as zinc and vitamin C may also be able to inhibit bacterial infections of the prostate.

        The prostate gland is heavily influenced by hormones and environment. There are synthetic chemicals in the environment that can mimic the hormone estrogen, including pesticides and plastics. Contact with these and other man-made products can cause hormonal imbalances. Continual contact with the above substances may result in breast or endometrial cancer for women, and loss of testosterone dominance for men. Testosterone by itself is generally a positive and healthy hormone for men, but when men are exposed to estrogen-like chemicals for long periods of time, the ratio between testosterone and its more aggressive form, dihydrotestosterone (DHT) can be lowered. DHT stimulates growth of certain tissues, including the prostate, and if DHT levels are raised relative to testosterone, prostate enlargement and even prostate cancer may result. Stress can also raise DHT levels. 

         There are several lifestyle and supplemental changes men can perform to help slow or even reverse prostate problems. A low-fat diet, drinking plenty of fluids, and daily fiber intake can help prevent or slow prostate problems (1). Exercise is generally good for prostate problems, but bicycle riding can put pressure on the prostate, and should be minimized or avoided entirely. Certain supplements may help prostate problems significantly. A small study found that for men with BPH who supplemented with large amounts of zinc (150 mg/day) for two months had prostate shrinkage 75% of the time (1). Zinc doses this high should not be taken for long periods of time unless otherwise directed by a physician.

        Herbs and some food products can also help improve prostate health. The herb Saw Palmetto can reduce symptoms of BPH up to 46% when taken for several months (3). The herb stinging nettle has been shown to increase urine flow in BPH, probably due to shrinkage of the prostate gland (4). Cranberry juice may help inhibit bacterial infections of the urinary tract, which links to the prostate. Pumpkin seeds have a high amount of zinc, which can help many prostate problems. Also, the pumpkin seed oil may help lessen prostate inflammation. There is some evidence that the amino acid glycine can slow tumor formation in some cancers, although it has not been conclusively shown to help prostate cancer (5).

Drugs

Finasteride (Proscar)

May cause liver problems

Alpha-Adrenergic blockers: Prazosin (Minipress), Terazosin (Hytrin), Doxazosin (Cardura)

All Alpha-Adrenergic blockers have the following side effects: drowsiness, incompatiblity with alcohol, palpitations, depression, liver problems, hallucinations, impotence

Herbs

Saw Palmetto

Should not be used with iron supplements or hormone drugs

(Stinging) Nettle (Urtica Dioica)

Should not be used with iron supplements

Vitamins

Vitamin A

Relatively safe at 10,000 IU/day or under

Beta-Carotene

Relatively safe in people who do not smoke and drink heavily

Vitamin E

Relatively safe at 200 IU/day or less, should not be used with blood-thinning drugs

Vitamin B6

Relatively safe at 100 mg/day or lower

Minerals

Zinc

Relatively safe at 30 mg/day or less, some drug interactions

Selenium

Relatively safe under 600 ug/day or less

Magnesium

Should not be taken by people with kidney problems

Accessory Supplements

Acidophilus

Relatively safe

Flaxseed Oil

Should not be taken with other blood-thinning drugs

Quercetin

Some drug interactions

Amino Acids

Glycine

Should not be taken with Antispastic or sedative drugs

L-Glutamine

Relatively safe if used less than one month

References:

1. Feinstein, A. Healing with Vitamins. Emmaus, PA: Rodale Books, Inc., 1996.

2. Balch, P. Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 3rd Ed. Avery Books/Penguin Putnam Inc., 2000.

3. The Healing Power of Vitamins, Minerals, and Herbs. Pleasantville, NY: Reader’s Digest Association, 1999.

4. Sokeland, J., & Albrecht, J. Combination of Sabal and Urtica extract vs. Finasteride in benign prostatic hyperplasia (Aiken stages I to II). Comparison of therapeutic effectiveness in a one year double-blind study. Urologe A (1997) 36(4): 327-333.

5. PDR for Nutritional Supplements. Montvale, NJ: Thomson PDR, 2001.

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Many men don’t realize how important prostate health is until it is too late. Most men don?t even want to admit they have a prostate, let alone have a regular prostate exam. This is so important because prostate cancer is a risk that you don’t want to take and when you see your doctor regularly for prostate exams, you are ensuring that if you should contract prostate cancer you will be treated at the earliest possible stages.

In the earliest stages, most men will not see a sign of prostate cancer. It is not until treatment options become limited that most men find out they have the disease. There are things that men should watch out for that can signal that there might be a sign of prostate cancer.

For those men who think there is a chance that they have a sign of prostate cancer, some things that may occur are having dull pain in the lower region of the pelvic area and you may also notice that you feel an urgent need to urinate. You may also become aware that you have some difficulty getting started urinating. Another sign of prostate cancer can be pain while you are urinating, a urine flow that is weak, and the sensation that your bladder isn?t completely empty when you do go.

Other things you may want to watch out for is urinating during the night frequently, pain when you ejaculate and sometimes even blood in your urine. Another sign of prostate cancer can be pain in your bones that is persistent, losing your appetite or losing a noticeable amount of weight and experiencing pain your hips, lower back or your upper thighs. If you notice any of sign of prostate cancer that we have mentioned, it is in your best interest to see your doctor immediately and have a prostate exam.

It is better to err on the side of caution then to allow symptoms to worsen because you are nervous about what will happen when you visit the doctor. Nothing is worse than knowing you could have prevented painful treatments had you only visited your doctor sooner.

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Enlarged prostate is a common problem which is faced by many men over 40. Prostate disorders are generally because of age related changes in sex hormones. As testosterone starts to drop around age 40, a variant called dihydrotestosterone (DHT) begins to increase. Cell growth is stimulated by DHT which causes enlargement of the prostate.

In addition, at about the age of 25, the gland starts to develop again. This second growth period often results (years later) in an enlarged prostate gland. In this procedure the prostate enlarges, the layer of tissue surrounding the prostate that gets wide open.

As the prostate enlarges it put pressure on the urethra and causes many complications for men. The bladder wall becomes thicker and irritable. The bladder starts to contract even when it involves small amounts of urine, leading to more frequent urination. As enlarged prostate symptoms progress, the bladder weakens and loses the ability to empty, eventually urine remains in the bladder. This can cause symptoms similar to urinary tract infection. Most men just consider that this condition is expected as we age, and this is actually the case. Many people feel uncomfortable discussing about this problem. However, prostate enlargement is a kind of problem which should be given proper attention.

So, it is important that the problem of enlarged prostate should be treated timely to avoid any devastating effect on health. Now, there are various treatment options available today, and you should investigate them all with your doctor and family members.

But it is also true that no single solution to prostate problems is best for everyone. For many men, with mild enlargement of the prostate, easy solutions such as decreasing the intake of caffeine and alcohol can help. But for many these simple treatments are just NOT enough, but other alternative such as prescription medications and herbal or natural remedies should be considered.

Herbal treatment options for enlarged prostate

For the condition of enlarged prostate, the treatment option may involve antibiotics, medications to shrink or relax the prostate or bladder or soaking in a hot tub. The aim is to avert attaining the point of urinary retention, where one can not urinate at all.

There are also various natural herbal and homeopathic remedies that have clinically proven record to promote prostate health in a natural way without causing any harmful side effects. Certain herbs are quite effective for enlarged prostate such as Pollen extracts which have been used for years in parts of Europe and Asia to support prostate health. Extensive research on these extracts, including both animal studies and human clinical trials, has been published. All research indicates that pollen extracts help maintain a healthy prostate. You may, with your doctor’s advice consider herbal supplements. Many herbal prostate supplements with their effective ingredients can significantly improve symptoms. In fact, herbal remedies for prostate enlargement are pure, standardized and clinically proven and have no allergens, negative effects or interactions.

Question by Mian H: I have a benign enlarged prostate. Is there a laser treatment that would shrink an enlarged prostate?
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The prostate is the most common site of the disorders in the male genitourinary system. Generally speaking, there are three conditions that can cause problems with the prostate.

Prostatitis, which is inflammation of the prostate, benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH), which is an enlarged prostate with no sign of cancer; and prostate cancer.

ENLARGED PROSTATE

Benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH) is the gradual enlargement of the prostate. It occurs in approximately half of all men over the age fifty and over seventy years of age—a total 
Of about 10 million American men—and is largely attributable to hormonal changes associated with aging.

After the age of 50 or so, a man’s testosterone and free testosterone levels decrease, estradiol (a type of estrogen) , increase . This creates an increase in the amount of dihydrotestosterone —a very potent form of testosterone—within the prostate. This causes a hyperplasia (overproduction) of prostate cells, which ultimately results in prostate enlargement.

While not cancerous, an enlarged prostate can nevertheless cause problems. If it becomes too large, it obstructs the urethral canal, interfering with urination and the ability to empty the bladder completely.

SYMPTOMS
–Need to pass urine frequently with frequent increase as time passes.

–A man may find himself rising several times during the night to urinate.

–There can be pain, burning, difficulty in starting and stopping urination,

–The presence of blood in urine is not uncommon.

PROSTATITIS

Prostatitis common in all ages is the inflammation of the prostate gland. The usual cause is infectious bacteria that invade the prostate from another area of the body.

Causes and risk factors

*Hormonal changes associated with aging may also be a cause.

*The inflammation can result in urine retention. This causes the bladder to become distended, weak, and tender and itself susceptible to infection.

*Infection in bladder is in turn easily transmitted up the ureters to the kidneys.

Symptoms may include:

pain between the scortum and rectum

fever

frequent urination accompanied by burning sensation

a feeling of fullness in the bladder

Blood or pus in urine.

Treatment

Testing for prostatitis and enlarged prostate usually involves a digital rectal exam plus a blood test that screens for levels of prostate-specific antigen (PSA), a protein secreted by the prostate.

Herbal remedies

Herbal ayurveda food supplements made from pure organically cultivated herbs only are very effective in curing enlarged gland like prostate /prostatitis and they improve body immunity also.

Herbs for Prostate health

–Saw palmetto has been used to treat prostate enlargement and inflammation, painful ejaculation, difficult urination.

–Pygeum has been proven effective in the treatment and prevention of enlarged prostate and prostatitis in many worldwide studies.

–Nettle and turmeric are anti-inflammatory agents. Combined extracts of nettle root and saw palmetto have proved effective for enlarged prostate.

–Juniper berries, parsley, slippery elm barks and uva ursi are natural diuretics and urinary tract tonics.

–Bilberry and birch are urinary tract antiseptics.

–Chinese ginseng is beneficial for prostate health and sexual vitality.

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In ancient days, the countless number of men aged between 40 and 75 has suffered from prostate disease and died early as a result of ignorance. However, prostate disease is well and can be felt today in preventing early onset with the help of various diagnostic tools and treatment.

About the prostate

The prostate is a part of the male reproductive system. It is a gland that is placed in the lower abdominal cavity, just below the bladder, in front of the rectum and behind the pubic bone and partially surrounds the urethra. The urethra is the tube that carries urine from the bladder to the penis and runs right through the prostate.

A healthy prostate is a walnut, weighs about 1 oz.

The seminal vesicles prostate produces a protein that mixes with prostatic fluid which forms semen. The tubes from the testicles carry sperm to the prostate where sperm mixes with seminal vesicle and prostatic fluids. This fluid is ejaculated during orgasm through ejaculatory ducts that connect with the urethra. Also, aids prostate-control urine flow. Men who are over forty and zinc may experience an enlarged prostate.

Symptoms of prostate problems

The enlargement of the prostate is called benign prostatic hypertrophy, or BPH. If a man experiences problems with burning, urination or restless, consulting a urologist is a necessity.

Other symptoms are a strong sensation urination, feeling no bladder emptying, frequent urination especially at night, irregular starts and that the urinary stream.

The negligence of BPH is very dangerous and can lead to infections or kidney damage and bladder infections. Early detection and treatment prevents prostate cancer.

Diagnosis

– The condition and size of the prostate by inserting gloved finger into the rectum is determined by the urologist and is known as Digital rectal examination (DRE).

- To diagnose prostate cancer, the FDA approved the use of monitoring blood levels for prostate specific antigen (PSA). The test gives Tandem R total PSA and free PSA. – Urine testing helps diagnose prostate problems or blood screening for infection. Chemical tests checked to see if there is liver disease, diabetes or kidney disease. – Hyperplasia: Proof intravenous pyelogram (IVP) record the progression of a dye (injected into a vein) through the kidneys, bladder and ureter tubes. – Ultrasound of the urinary bladder determines whether there is left in the bladder after urination. The prostate ultrasound is a test to estimate the size of the prostate. – Proof of the radionuclide bone scan indicates that the cancer has spread to lymph nodes. – Cystoscopy allows the doctor to visually examine the bladder and prostate. – Computed axial tomography (CAT), the projection of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and dissection of pelvic lymph node are other tests for prostate cancer. Treatment – The treatment for localized cancer stage I or II is waiting, surgery, radiation and finally vigilant. – Treatment for cancer spread beyond the prostate (stage III) is by radiation, chemotherapy, radiotherapy or hormone therapy conformal maintaining the tumor in check. – Cryosurgery is used to kill prostate cancer cells by freezing them. – The treatment for BPH is initially next to drugs, inasteride (Proscar) and terazosin (Hytrin), and also Ayurvedic, Reflexology, Food Therapy, images, hydrotherapy, yoga therapy and vitamin and mineral. – Defects dysfunction treated with drugs, injections, penile implants, surgery with nerve-sparing surgery.

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A Guide to Prostate and Prostate Problems:

Men of the age group 50 to 70 years can be often seen victim of prostate ailments. Men under 50 suffer from Prostatitis and men above 50 face the problem of prostate enlargement whereas men above 70 years are also at increased risk of prostate cancer. Prostate cancer is one of the commonest forms of cancer and runs next to skin cancer.

What is Prostate?

Prostate is a gland of the size of a walnut that produces some of the fluid that makes the travel of sperm easier by moistening the path till they are outside. It is located between the pubic bone and rectum in men. As the age increases, the size of the gland increases in size too. If the gland grows too big and registers abnormally growth, it should get treated to avoid any serious health implications.

Symptoms of Prostate Problems:

1)      Frequent trips to bathroom.

2)      Pain while urinating

3)      Urine Leak (No control over urination).

4)      Pain in the lower region of body.

5)      No satisfaction after urination, feel the urge to go again to vacate bladder.

6)      Difficult erection and even more painful ejaculation.

There are some factors that play significant role in the development of prostate.

Age Factor: If you are man and above the age of 50.

Family Factor: If you have a family history of a close relative suffering from prostate ailment.

Diet Factor: If you have a sedentary lifestyle and your blood cholesterol level is high.

Understanding the Prostate Ailments:

Irritation in the gland is known as Prostatitis. The burning sensation, difficulty in urination, fatigued and fever in acute cases are the tell tale signs in the age of 50 that they might be suffering from it.

For the men over 50, the prostate ailment is known as prostate enlargement or Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH). It affects the bladder movement and the control of urine especially at nights.

Men falling in the age group 60 to 70 years can have prostate cancer in chronic cases but BPH not necessarily involves any implications of increased risk of cancer.

Solutions:

Prostate patients need to understand that prostate ailments do not mean the end of life. With proper medication, clinical supervision and precautions they can also lead a happy life.

•Watching Your Steps: Rush to your doctor right away if you feel that one of the above symptoms correlates with you.  Even if they are not too bad, it does not hurt to get an expert advice and as they said, precaution is always better than cure. So, better hurry than to be late! If you are in 40′s or running 50, make your clinical checkup a habit.

•Medicines: You can be prescribed antibiotics or muscle relaxants to ease the effect of bacteria and muscles near the prostate respectively. Ask your doctor about your medicines and what possible side-effects the medicines can cause in order to mentally prepare for it.

•Surgery: This is the last resort and it is not rocket science nowadays, either. There are many ways to treat the prostate problems or enlargements through surgery. Your doctor is the best person that can tell you the right treatment according to the need and the risks involved.

•Others: Alternative medicinal therapies, radio waves, and lasers are some of the options that are in trend as well.

• Dietary Habits: Patients should cut down on spicy food, drink lots of water, watch out their alcohol consumption and smoking habits.

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Once an individual is diagnosed with having an enlarged prostate, there are several treatments available today. While some of these treatments are through a physician, some are also natural.

However, one of these natural remedies or treatments is known as saw palmetto. Scientifically, saw palmetto has the ingredient known as Lycopene. When men suffer from BPH or benign prostate hypertrophy, which is an enlarged prostate, the approach of natural treatments can sometimes be in vain.

Although Lycopene has some of the natural causes to reduce the pain or discomfort of an enlarged prostate, it will not cure the enlarged prostate as many individuals assume.

Studies have proven that in those individuals who have used Lycopene as a treatment, after a certain amount of time will no longer feel the Lycopene as easing the discomfort. Instead, the side effects cause more discomfort. For example, when urinating using Lycopene causes a burning sensation as well as having the enlarged prostate. The Lycopene does not reduce the size of the enlarged prostate whatsoever. These studies concluded that Lycopene, also known as saw palmetto, causes more discomfort to an individual, and more harm than good.

And yet, there are those individuals that insist the Lycopene is effective and useful for a healthy prostate. Unfortunately, that is the misconception. It is effective for a prostate, which is if the prostate is already healthy. The ingredients found in Lycopene, or saw palmetto, are natural ingredients or herbs that assist in the health of the prostate.

However, as far as reducing the size of an enlarged prostate it does not help according to research. In some situations, individuals who use Lycopene for longer periods of time with an already enlarged prostate literally cause the condition or discomfort to be worse. The conditions often tend to be more intense; frequent burning sensations when urinating, frequently urinating, abdominal pain, and other side effects.

Researchers are not telling individuals that Lycopene doesn’t aid in the health of a prostate. Rather, these researchers who have done several studies are telling individuals that Lycopene does not aid in the treatment of an enlarged prostate.

In addition, individuals that disagree with the studies and research have not used the Lycopene enough to feel or see the results from long-term use. However, according to these studies the effects will show eventually.

In very few cases did the Lycopene actually have any real impact on the enlarged prostate. The enlarged prostate already diagnosed by a physician is going to give the individual discomfort and pain. And studies show for a short time the Lycopene eases the discomfort, only to produce more discomfort after a long period of use.

These studies suggest that there are many alternatives for treatment of an enlarged prostate, and when an individual is diagnosed with an enlarged prostate the best suggestion is the advice of the physician. Lycopene is only temporary and has been proven ineffective for the enlarged prostate in many ways. There are several web sites and pamphlets that discuss the ineffectiveness of Lycopene for the enlarged prostate as well. This informs individuals who do have an enlarged prostate of the pros and cons of using Lycopene as treatment.

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“Attention to health is life’s greatest hindrance.” Plato (427-347 B.C.).

Plato has succinctly captured the attitude of most men towards health. More than two and a half millennia later, surveys conducted show that most men pay little or no attention to their health needs.

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According to a survey conducted by Lieberman Research Worldwide Prostate Cancer Foundation/Gillette Men’s Health Survey (2006) only 20 percent of the men over the age of 50 have ever discussed their family history or personal factors for prostate concerns with a doctor.

Unlike women, who are more informed about women’s health concerns, men hardly ever sit to talk about prostate health. And when they do experience prostate discomforts, they often don’t know which course of action to take and wind up doing nothing.

So here’s a heads up on prostate health! Men, pay attention!

Proactive Tips for Protecting Prostate Health

Lose the extra pounds! The heavier you are the more likely you will develop prostate issues, as well as other weight-related health issues. You can avoid all of these just by making sure you are the optimal weight you should be. Since this is an important factor for good health, consider joining a gym or a fitness center if you find it difficult to lose weight.

Move It! Exercise! Drop the creature comforts we are so used to! Take the stairs instead of the elevator. Park your car as far from the entrance of shopping malls as you can. Buy a bicycle and use it for traveling short distances. Better yet, walk whenever you can instead of using the car. Go for a morning or evening walk or jog. Build up your exercise regimen so that you are getting at least 30 minutes of exercise at least 5 days a week. For prostate health, ask your doctor about Kegel exercises.

Watch what you eat! Try to include plenty of vegetables in your daily diet, along with a healthy fiber intake (about 30 to 35 grams). A diet that is high in vegetable and grain intake is associated with higher incidence of good prostate health. Avoid fatty and fried foods, red meat, junk foods. Include foods like pumpkin seeds, avocadoes and walnuts which contain a blend of phystosterols, particularly beta sitosterol, which is a prominent natural substance for protecting prostate health.

Regular Check-ups and Prostate Screenings after the age of 40 will help you monitor prostate health and take early action.

Specific Natural Substances that Promote Prostate Health

There are prostate-specific natural substances that not only help to promote prostate health, but also support healthy urinary flow and functions. Beta sitosterol, is the key natural substance. Its efficacy is validated by scientific research and clinical trials. For over two decades, doctors in Europe have been successfully including beta sitosterol and other nutrients in a program for the patients of proactive protection of prostate health. Doctors and medical professionals have popularized the use of beta sitosterol as herbal support for promoting prostate health. There are no known harmful side effects and you’ll find sufficient research data on this subject on the Internet to help you make an informed decision about taking prostate supplements.

Your prostate supplement should include beta sitosterol and other essential nutrients such as Vitamin D, zinc, selenium and other minerals which play a vital role in maintaining the health of the prostate gland as well supporting men’s general health and wellbeing.

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PROSTATE GLAND

A man’s prostate gland usually starts to enlarge after he reaches age 40 years or middle age. This condition is called Benign Prostate Hyperplasia (BPH). The prostate gland, which is normally about the size and shape of a walnut, wraps around the urethra between the pubic bone and the rectum, below the bladder. In the early stage of prostate enlargement, the bladder muscle forces urine through the narrowed urethra by contracting more powerfully. As a result, the bladder muscle becomes thicker and more sensitive, causing a need to urinate more often.

The prostate gland secretes a fluid that is discharged with sperm. The gland itself surrounds the urethra, which is the tube that carries urine from the bladder out through the tip of the penis. As the prostate grows larger, it may press on the urethra. This narrowing of the urethra can cause some men with prostate enlargement to have trouble with urination. Prostate enlargement may be the most common health problem in men older than 60 years.

FUNCTION OF PROSTATE GLAND
The main function of the prostate gland is to store and produce seminal fluid. Seminal fluid is a milky liquid that nourishes sperm.

SYMPTOMS OF ENLARGED PROSTATE
Many men with an enlarged prostate have no symptoms. Common symptoms may include the following:

Difficulty starting urination
Dribbling of urine, especially after urinating
A sense of not emptying the bladder
Leaking of urine
More frequent urination and a strong and sudden desire to urinate, especially at night
Blood in the urine

CAUSES OF ENLARGED PROSTATE:

Prostate enlargement is caused by an imbalance in Vata dosha, it’s important to avoid Vata-aggravating foods. These include dry, cold, and light foods and bitter, astringent, and pungent tastes. Instead, favor the Vata-pacifying diet, which includes sweet, sour, and salty tastes and warm, oily foods.

The specific cause of most of these problems is unknown although they may be related to hormonal changes brought on by aging. As a man ages an increased amount of hormones such as estrogen and prolactin decrease the rate at which testosterone and the dihydrotestosterone (DHT) into which testosterone is converted by 5-alpha-reductase are eliminated from the prostate. This excessive accumulation of DHT is thought to be responsible for the problems of the prostate gland.

As the prostate grows larger and the urethra is squeezed more tightly, the bladder might not be able to fully compensate for the problem and completely empty. Rarely, blockage from prostate enlargement may cause repeated urinary tract infections and gradually result in bladder or kidney damage.

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Statistics show that most men will develop prostate problems as they age. Most men have no problems with their prostate gland in their early years. Some time after their forty years, many men start to experience prostate problems. The problems can be uncomfortable. It is often benign but can be indicative of something very serious such as prostate cancer. Prostate is a fairly common cancer and it is hard to treat if not detected early. Fortunately, there are many tests for prostate gland and the serious problems can usually be cured.

Although these problems are not life threatening, they are certainly very inconvenient and annoying. The prostate gland sometimes becomes enlarged and squeezes on the urinary system. The men affected by an enlarged prostate gland find that they have an urge to urinate often but when they try to urinate, the urine stream is weak or not existent.

The good news is that there are health supplement products that can alleviate symptoms of benign enlargement and reduce the risk of prostate cancer. They are also highly effective in treating inflammation and enlargement of prostate. Such products often contain zinc, selenium, and beta-sitosterol. There may be other substances which are effective in promoting proper prostate functions. Some of these health supplements are marketed as herbal cure for prostate diseases.

Beta-sitosterol is a white plant sterol found in most plants. High levels of Beta-sitosterol are present in rice bran, wheat germ, soybeans and corn oils. Beta-sitosterol is also found in saw palmetto berries, which is used in many popular health supplement products to promote prostate health. There are studies which show that beta-sitosterol can reduce symptoms related to prostate enlargement.

Many nutritionists and naturopaths also recommend a good dose of vitamins to combat prostate diseases – specifically the anti-oxidant, vitamin C, Vitamin A, Vitamin E and Vitamin K.

There is an upsurge in the number of prostate health products in the market today. The correct diet supplemented by the right prostate health supplement products can work wonders. There are many health products with a good combination of vitamins, minerals and prostate herbs. These products can be used for both the promotion of prostate health and prevention of prostate cancer. However, there are many products which are mere masquerade of the real things, especially for many of the popular herbal products. You may check the ingredient on the bottle closely as well as the license and credentials of the manufacturer.

Though prostate health product is effective for promoting prostate and preventing many prostate diseases including prostate cancer, it is no substitute for health screening for early detection of prostate diseases. Remember, early detection and treatment of prostate cancer greatly increases the chance of recovery.

Question by davie: Prostate Problems?
I have asked a question last week with regards to Prostate Problems-but now have another!

For years I have had weight problems-I am not fat nor am I thin.
I can lose weight one week (few lbs) and the next week I can put it back on.

I do eat fairly healthy but I do eat junk at times-

With regards to my weight yo yo-ing do you think that this may be because I have prostate problems?

Or is it just my eating lifestyle-may need to change.

I do cycle twice a week. This amounts to only eight or nine miles. Which is not too much I know but there is on each journey a good climb up a fairly steep hill.

Any help thanks

Best answer:

Answer by welig
I do not know what you mean by prostate. Usually those whe reach over about 60 years get problems of the prostate.
That is enlargement of the prostate. The early symptoms are delay in the flow of the urine stream, and later you get evidence of obstruction. Are you having any symptoms that you think are related to the prostate?

Check your weight and the height and if the BMR is within the normal range your weight should be ok.
You have to maintain doing exercises to keep yourself fit.
If you are 50 or above meet a doctor and get a full medical checkup done.

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Prostate cancer is a form of cancer that develops and affects the prostate. Although the specific causes of prostate cancer still remain unknown, current research indicate that it is not related to benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH.

Experts agree that there are predisposing factors such as hormonal influences, genetics and heredity as well as the environment, this is because of toxins and chemicals. Studies have also shown that although prostate cancer is extremely rare for those under 40, it is one of the leading causes of death from cancer among males over 60.

Prostate cancer screening is recommended for older men. A digital rectal scan and the prostate-specific antigen or PSA, may be ordered. A positive result or a result that may point to a positive finding usually leads to a biopsy.

Those who test positive for prostate cancer normally undergo tests to determine how far the disease has progressed. Often, several options are made available which should be discussed by both the doctor and patient. Most go through some form of active surveillance, wherein a certain amount of time is allowed to lapse before treatment is administered.

Traditional radiation therapy and chemotherapy as well as oral chemotherapeutic drugs are all viable options. Prostate cancer surgery is another conventional procedure. Those who are to undergo surgery should talk to their physicians about laparoscopic prostatectomy .

Because laparoscopic prostatectomy is minimally invasive, those who undergo this type of surgery can expect a shortened hospital stay, with less bleeding and have less need for pain medication.

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There are many today who face the agony of cancer and in particular prostate cancer. It is a particularly serious form of cancer. For those who are successfully treated for this form of cancer and survive with nothing more than the battle scars of treatment should consider themselves very lucky.

Advance prostate cancer by its very name seems to suggest that the cancer is in an advanced and possibly incurable stage. This need not be the case. Understanding advance prostate cancer is a very important step towards fighting this vile disease. Although the range of treatments for such cancer may not be that wide, there is no need to lose hope at this stage. Chemotherapy, surgery and other treatments are may be effective in curing the cancer.

How It Develops

The prostate is a very important gland in human male body and it plays a decisive role in his reproductive mechanism. Once the prostate is infected with cancer, the cells begin to multiply uncontrollably and within no time it will infect various other parts of the body, including the bone and the lymph nodes. Prostate pain and difficulty to pass urine are often cited as early signs of cancer. Apart from these other discomforts may also trouble the patient.

Various Treatment Options To Improve Comfort

Unfortunately, it is a fact that prostate cancer may be fatal in many cases. False hopes should not be given to patients of such cancer. They should be told that there are a few treatment options available for a cure from the disease. So the focus for the patient suffering from prostate related cancer is to improve the quality and comfort of the patient’s remaining lifespan.

The first thing to be done after being diagnosed with prostate cancer is to get in touch with one’s loved ones and to discuss with them about your predicament. Be close with those people with whom you wish to be with so that you feel more comfortable and well cared for.

The main message that should be conveyed to the cancer patients is to live their remaining lives with as much dignity and peace as possible. Never loose your hope till the very end since medical science is advancing rapidly. A positive state of mind may help to stave off the agony of cancer and help prolong one’s lifespan.

Early Symptoms Of Prostate Cancer To Be Recognized

Detecting the early symptoms of cancer is very difficult since this illness normally does not cause visible signs or symptoms for many years. Known medically as Aden Carcinoma, prostate cancer is characterized by a cancerous tumor that develops on the prostate gland. This cancer is a leading cause of death in men. Early symptoms of cancer are typically discovered in men over the ages of fifty-five or older. You can asses if you are potentially at risk by studying hereditary, dietary and environmental factors. Detrimental factors that heighten the chances of contracting cancer include a sedentary lifestyle, heavy smoking, diets rich in saturated fatty acid, alcohol consumption, exposure to heavy metals and race.

Getting To Know The Early Symptoms Of Prostate Cancer

Prostate examination is the best way to spot cancer. Normally, prostate cancer does not show any specific symptoms. It unfortunately is detected after the cancer has spread to other internal organs. Sometimes early symptoms of cancer are detected. They include painful urination and ejaculation, interrupted or weak flow of urine and blood in the semen and urine, frequent urination especially at night or even difficulty in urination. Another symptom which develops usually is the pain and stiffness which is experienced in certain parts including the lower back, upper thighs, hips and pelvis. An important aspect to be understood is that these early symptoms of prostate cancer can also indicate a non-cancerous form of the condition.

Confirmation Of Early Symptoms of Cancer With Certain Tests

Early symptoms of prostate cancer could be detected by two modern methods. The first being the Digital Rectal Exam also known as DRE and the second is Prostate-Specific Antigen also known as PSA. Since the prostate gland is located in front of the rectum, the physician inserts a finger into the rectum for examination in case of DRE. This enables a relatively complete examination of the prostate gland, in particular for any kinds of lumps, bumps or other hard areas on the gland. If the answer is positive, further examinations are conducted to prove whether the gland is cancerous or not. In the case of PSA, the amount of prostate-specific antigen is tested in the patient’s blood. According to expert advice it is highly recommended to have a complete examination done, including both DRE and PSA when the individual becomes fifty.

Medical science has advanced to the stage where effective treatments are constantly being developed to improve the chances of full recovery from cancer. Nothing however beats early detection of cancer. Thus, every man is strongly advised to have his prostate gland checked during his annual medical check up starting from fifty years of age. For those men who may have a genetic predisposition to the illness should begin preemptive screening from his late forties. If any of the common symptoms are experienced do not hesitate to bring them to the attention of a doctor so that treatment can begin and arrest the growth of prostate cancer.

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A lot of men consult prostate cancer questions and answers forum to clear their presumptions or even to know the prostate problems symptoms. Let us first know the background of prostate cancer and the parts of the body that will be affected if one has prostate cancer. This is actually a disease affecting the prostate. Prostate is a gland in the male reproductive system. When one gets prostate cancer, there is prostate mutation.

When this happens prostate multiply uncontrollably. These cells which have multiplied will spread from the prostate to the other parts of the body. In most case, the cells spread to the bones and lymph nodes. Usually, when a man is affected by prostate cancer the prostate problems symptoms are that he will experience difficulty in urinating. What is difficult with this type of cancer is that there are no early signs of prostate cancer in men.

Commonly, people will consult a doctor when the disease is already severe. This is a bad practice. There should be a regular check up in order for one to know his health condition. As stated earlier, there are no early symptoms prostate cancer. The following are experienced when cancer cells have spread beyond the prostate: during night time, the persons urinates frequently; while urinating, there is difficulty in starting or stopping the urinary stream; weak or interrupted urinary stream; painful sensation during urination or ejaculation; and there is blood in urine or semen. However, research tells us that these are not symptoms of the cancer itself. They are only the symptoms of the blockage from the cancer growth within the prostate and surrounding tissues.

Signs of prostate cancer in men are evident when prostate cancer is advanced already. The symptoms include: dull, incessant deep pain or stiffness in the pelvis, lower back, ribs or upper thighs; arthritic pain in the bones of those areas; loss of weight and appetite, fatigue, nausea, or vomiting.

Generally, prostate cancer develops in men over the age of fifty. This is the most common cancer in men. Since there are no early symptoms prostate cancer, prevention is the best antidote. There are two main factors affecting the prostate, these are genetics and diet. The former runs in the blood but the latter can be adjusted or maintained. Eating the right kind and the right amount of food still leads to good health. Hence, proper diet aids people to have minimal ailments.

On the other hand, to detect prostate problems symptoms, physical examination, prostate specific antigen (PSA), or biopsy are recommended. If one is diagnosed with prostate cancer, he has to undergo further tests like CT scans and bone scans.

Here are pieces of advice to those who have prostate cancer, first, never take medicines without doctor’s prescriptions. Yes, there are new cancer drugs but these have to be taken under doctors advice. Second, if you find out that you have prostate problem symptoms, consult a doctor as to what to do and what medicines you need to take.

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Prostate health is a prominent nationwide concern for aging men. Apprehensions about prostate health are often overshadowed by other major health concerns facing society today. As a result, not enough attention is given to prostate health, often making it appear less significant than it actually is.

Men, in general, are reluctant to address prostate health. According to a national survey conducted by Food Nutrition, Inc, 46 percent of men are not at all concerned about their prostate health, or do not give it much thought. Concern for prostate health taken at the right stage in life can help you enjoy prostate health well into the senior years of your life.

If you are approaching your 40s, take the time and effort to understand prostate health concerns. A few practical tips will serve you in good stead.

Pay Attention to Your Diet
Most medical experts believe that diet plays a contributive role in the aging of the prostate gland. To protect prostate health, include more fruits, vegetables and fiber in your diet. Reduce intake of red meat and saturated fats. Studies show that prostate ailments are more prevalent in men residing in North America, Australia and northwest Europe and those who follow a predominantly “western” diet.

Foods and herbs that support prostate health are soybeans, avocados, wheatgrass, saw palmetto and pumpkin seeds. They contain nutrients like beta sitosterol, a phytosterol found in plants. There is a significant amount of convincing research that shows beta sitosterol as a star nutraceutical in supporting the healthy aging of the prostate gland while promoting healthy urinary flow and functions.

Practice Weight Management
Research shows that men who are overweight should be more concerned about prostate health than men who are at a healthy weight. If you are overweight, give some serious thought to losing weight. Lose those extra pounds—join a fitness center, purchase exercise DVDs—whatever works for you!

Understand the Effects of an Aging Prostate
Studies show that men are less inclined to deal with health matters, unless it is unavoidable. Women, on the other hand, are more well-read on health topics and are take a more proactive stance. The Internet is good place to start learning how an aging prostate can affect your health as you grow older.

Regular Exercise
A 30-minute exercise program every day can support healthy circulation. This helps to transport oxygen to all your organs, promoting their healthy functions.

Kegel exercises, in particular, strategically increase muscle tone in the area around the prostate gland. Ask your doctor about such exercises.

Prostate Checkups
An annual prostate checkup is recommended for men over 50. However, if you experience any prostate discomforts between checkups, it is advisable to consult with your doctor as soon as possible. Doctors may or may not choose to prescribe medication for an aging prostate.

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Prostate supplements, like Super Beta Prostate, contain a broad spectrum of prostate-specific nutrients, including a clinically relevant amount of beta sitosterol. Other nutrients include Vitamin D, zinc, selenium, copper and other minerals help support men’s health.

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Answer by Lincoln6
Saw Palmetto, Pygeum and Pumpkin Seeds.

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For a lot of men who are suffering from an enlarged prostate gland drug treatment is the solution and can lower prostate symptoms to an acceptable level. However, for others however drug treatment does not prove helpful or is not a workable choice and the doctor may suggest minimally invasive surgical treatment.

The first option to consider is catheterization which involves the insertion of a catheter through the penis and into the bladder to act as a drain and is usually considered to be only a temporary solution. It is largely used for people who are waiting for the affects of drug treatment to kick in (a number of drugs used to treat an enlarged prostate gland can take anywhere from 6 to 12 months before they begin to show results) or for other surgical treatments. It may also be helpful in treating infections.

The next option to consider is Holmium laser enucleation prostate (HoLEP). This procedure, which is performed under anesthetic and involves a brief 1 to 2 day stay in hospital, involves the insertion of a resectoscope through the penis and into the urethra. After insertion a laser beam is then passed through the resectoscope and is used to remove tissue from the prostate gland.

Interstitial laser coagulation is another treatment which is omparable to HoLEP. This form of treatment is once again performed under anesthetic although patients are not usually required to stay in hospital overnight. For this treatment a cystoscope, which is a metal tube through which a laser and visual lens can be passed, is used to burn away tissue from the prostate gland using laser energy.

Where a patient is unable to accept anesthetic a prostatic stent may be used. Stenting involves the placement of a spring-like device in the urethra at the point at which it passes through the prostate gland in order to keep the urethra open. Regrettably there are one or two problems associated with this form of treatment and it is generally only used for individuals who suffer from additional medical problems and for whom surgery presents an unacceptable.

TUMT (transurethral microwave thermotherapy of the prostate) is another form of minimally invasive surgery that does not require full anesthesia or hospitalization and can be performed using a local anesthetic and with oral pain drugs. In this procedure a catheter is inserted through the penis and computer controlled microwaves heat up and shrink areas of the prostate gland.

Yet another office-based procedure is the transurethral radio frequency needle ablation of the prostate (TUNA). In this case light anesthesia and drugs are employed to make the patient drowsy and prostate gland tissue is heated and shrunk using radio frequency energy which is transmitted through several needles placed directly into the prostate gland. This treatment at first produces a swelling of the prostate gland which is followed by shrinkage and individuals will generally have to use a catheter for a brief time following this treatment.

There are clearly many different forms of minimally invasive surgery available for enlarged prostate gland treatment and individuals must discuss these with their doctor to decide which would be best in their own specific circumstances.

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I have an enlarged prostate gland. I see advertisements that say it can be shrunken with pill such as avodart. My doctor does not believe this. Whom is correct.

Best answer:

Answer by Ozz
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The prostate gland is about the size of a walnut and is found at the base of the bladder. A thin tube that allows the passage of urine out of the penis (urethra) runs through the prostate gland. Fluid produced by this gland helps to nourish and support sperm, which come from the seminal vesicles via the ejaculatory ducts into the urethra.

Prostate cancer is a disease in which the cells of the prostate become abnormal. They start to grow uncontrollably, forming tumors. A tumor is a mass or lump of tissue made of abnormal cells. Tumors may be malignant or benign. A malignant tumor can spread to other parts of the body. Malignant tumors are cancerous. Benign tumors cannot spread to other parts of the body.

Causes

Increasing age and the presence of normal male hormones (testosterone and dihydrotestosterone [DHT]) are the best-known factors that contribute to BPH. A hormone known as 5?-reductase converts testosterone into DHT in the prostate gland, which results in prostate enlargement. DHT concentrations in BPH tissue have been shown to be increased when compared with normal prostate tissue.

The actual cause of prostate enlargement is unknown. It is believed that factors linked to aging and the testicles themselves may play a role in the growth of the gland. Men who have had their testicles removed at a young age (for example, as a result of testicular cancer) do not develop BPH.

For some men, it suddenly becomes impossible to urinate (known as acute retention). Studies have shown that acute retention affects between 1 and 2 per cent of men with BPH each year. This condition is very painful and demands immediate medical treatment to avoid damage to the kidneys, among other things.

Treatment

The surgeon (urologist) must first prove that the prostatic enlargement is the cause of the symptoms. He may find it helpful to measure the urinary flow rate. This is a simple test: you pass urine into a large funnel and the time taken for a particular volume of urine to pass is calculated electronically. The urologist will also arrange an x-ray or ultrasound scan to make a picture of the bladder after an attempt at emptying. This will reveal whether the prostate is causing obstruction to the urethra. The ultrasound scan will also check that the kidneys are normal. In some hospitals, the size and the shape of the prostate can also be measured by ultrasound.

Medications

Alpha blockers. These drugs were originally developed to treat high blood pressure. They relax muscles around your bladder neck and make it easier to urinate. Four alpha blockers have been approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for treatment of BPH: terazosin (Hytrin), doxazosin (Cardura), tamsulosin (Flomax) and alfuzosin (Uroxatral).

Remedies

Pumpkin seeds are an effective home remedy for prostate problems and many patients have been helped by their use. These seeds are rich in unsaturated fatty acids which are essential to the health of the prostate. Persons beyond the age of fifty, who have any signs of prostate trouble; or those who suffer from urinary disorders of some kind, namely, burning or difficulty in passing urine freely, should take sixty to ninety grams of pumpkin steeds per day.

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Prostate, the small organ below the urinary bladder in males has significant role to play in both- sexual activity and urination. It surrounds the urethra, the tube through which urine passes out of the body and  produces seminal fluid discharged from penis during sexual stimulation. Prostate problems include the very common prostatitis- the inflammation of the prostate gland. Ayurveda recognizes two specific prostate problems-

Mootrakruchra – painful urination, and Mootraghaata – suppression of urination.

They are, in fact, symptoms of prostate problems.  Apart from these two main symptoms, other symptoms include problematic urine flow, dribbling, increased urination, hematuria (blood in urine), urinary tract infection and urinary retention.

Herbal Remedies for Prostate Gland Problems

Ayurveda suggests many herbs for the treatment of prostate gland problems:

Punarnava or Hog Weed (Boerhaavia diffusa) – It is useful in all urinary problems caused due to prostate ailments.

Prickly Lettuce (Lactuca scariola) -The bitter tonic of its leaves is very effective in treatment of enlarged prostate gland.

Shalaba mishri or Salep Orchid (Orchis mascula) – Useful where prostate problems are due to vata vitiation.

Gokshura or Small Caltrop (Tribulus terrestris) – This Indian herb, tribulus terrestris, is useful in treatment of urinary complications caused due to prostate problems. Its fruit is boiled in two cups of water till it is reduced to half the amount and drunk after mixing sugar in it.

Home Remedies for Prostate Gland Problems

Some remedies for prostate problems are available as common ingridients at home:

If having enlarged prostate, eat a mixture of juniper berries and parslane. Eat more tomatoes to avoid prostate infections. If experiencing prostate problems, have alternate cold and hot hip baths for about ten minutes daily.

Remaining sexually active is advisable but over indulgence is prohibited by ayurveda. Regular exercise, even walks or mild exercises are a must. Never suppress the urge to urinate. Don’t sit on a hard stool for longer periods. If doing desk job, get a soft ergonomic chair to sit on. Quit smoking and alcohol, especially if you are overweight. Taking these precautions will certainly keep the prostate problems at bay.

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The male sexual health is not complete without the prostate gland. The storage of milky or white fluid called semen is a major function of the prostate gland. This gland also releases neutralizing liquid to counter the acidity around female vaginal tract which is inimical to sperm released during sexual intercourse. Without the released of this liquid, the reproductive process will be truncated and reproduction will not take place.

The prostate gland take different size at different stages of a male’s life .It can be likened to the size of a pea during infancy. It enlarges to the size of a walnut when a male clock 25. After age 25, the rate at which it enlarges varies although the growth continues. There are cases when the growth of this gland got to a stage that it starts obstructing normal urine flow. At such a point, one can conclude that the individual is suffering from a medical disorder known as Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH). It is indisputably correct to say that prostate cancer is a product of prostate gland enlargement and older men are the most vulnerable to this ailment.

The use of medications can be employed in the treatment of this medical disorder. If there is no positive development afterwards, then turn to prostate cancer surgery . Despite the risks that accompany most surgeries, there is one that is minimally invasive when it comes to treating prostate cancer. It goes by the name Assisted Laparoscopic Prostatectomy . So if you think you have problems you should do something about it.

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Painful bladder syndrome, medically known as interstitial cystitis is a chronic condition that is characterized by a combination of bladder pain, pain in pelvis and uncomfortable bladder pressure which can range from mild burning sensation or discomfort to severe pain.

Recent studies have revealed that interstitial cystitis is a chronic condition that affects around 1 million Americans every year. Though this disease usually affects women, but it can affect children and men as well. The worst thing about this disease is that it can have a long-lasting adverse impact on the quality of the affected people’s lives. So, before you get into a worse condition of the disease you should stay conscious enough about this disease. Well, in order to stay so you need to know the reasons and symptoms of this disease.

Causes:

Human bladder is a muscular, hollow and balloon-shaped organ that stores urine until the body is ready to empty it. The adult people’s bladder expands until the optimum condition and then sends a signal to the brain that it’s the time to urinate and this communication is done through the pelvic nerves. If a person gets affected by interstitial cystitis then this signal somehow gets mixed up and as a result the person feels the urge to urinate more often than and that too with smaller volumes of urine lesser than normal quantity.

Symptoms:

It has been noticed that the symptoms of interstitial cystitis vary from person to person and the symptoms may also vary over time. Doctors have noticed that the disease shows different types of symptoms in different situations like seasonal allergies, stress, sexual activity and menstruation. The most common symptoms suffered by majority of the interstitial cystitis affected people are:

Urgent as well as persistent need to urinate.
Frequent urination of small amounts, throughout the day and night..
Pain in the pelvis area or between the vagina and anus in women and the scrotum and anus in men
Pain in the Pelvis area during sexual intercourse.
Many men experience painful ejaculation.

Chronic bacterial prostatitis. This prostatitis infection is still caused by bacteria but the chronic tag is given by doctors to indicate that the symptoms have been present for at least six months. It does not come on suddenly and the only symptom a man may have is the pain and irritation caused by repeated bladder infections caused by a defect in the prostate gland which permits bacteria to colonise the urinary tract.

Chronic Prostatitis is also known as Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome. This is a non bacterial prostatitis and, again, chronic means that it has been present for more than six months. It is most commonly found in men aged 35-45 years and is characterised by pelvic or perineal pain but no urinary tract infection. Post ejaculatory pain is also a frequent symptom. In its inflammatory form, tests on urine, semen and other prostatic fluids show the presence of dead white blood cells but no evidence of a known infecting organism whereas in its non-inflammatory form there are no white blood cells. Frequent urination and increased urgency may suggest interstitial cystitis (inflammation centred in bladder rather than prostate).

The final category is Asymptomatic Inflammatory Prostatitis where the patient has infection-fighting cells in the semen but no prostatitis pain or other symptoms and this is condition is often discovered when tests are being carried out for fertility issues or prostate cancer.

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The acupuncture treatment is individualized to each patient’s symptoms. The goal of the treatment is to balance the disharmony and stop pain. For some, this may also include stopping bleeding, smoothing urination, and clearing cloudiness. The treatment achieves this goal by regulating the qi flow throughout the body, particularly the lower abdomen and sacral regions.

Acupuncture points for chronic prostatitis and chronic pelvic pain syndrome tend to be on the lower abdomen, lower back, sacrum, and legs. Electroacupuncture and moxibustion may also be used to augment the acupuncture itself. Generally, a treatment course consists of five to ten acupuncture treatments once or twice a week. For chronic prostatitis and chronic pelvic pain syndrome, improvement is gradual but can be long lasting.

Question by berkeleyqueer: What can i do for reoccuring prostate pain, this prostate pain has been ongoing off and on for 8 years?
I have seen a urologist, and he didn’t have any solution other than using a laser to reduce the size of my prostate, which he didn’t think would help with the pain. I take an herbal supplemt for the prostate. I also take vicodin for the pain, which dosen’t always help. I do notice when i drink too much cola or other caffeinated bevergages it gets worse.
But I am really getting frustrated with this ongoing pain that no doctor seems to be able to help with.

Best answer:

Answer by alanbp
Term is prostadynia and if occasional can be normal just like a cramp . In your case I would recommend a PSA titer to rule out cancer . I have read that some bicycle seats promote it ,and a friend of mine was put on Finasteride to control the size of his prostate and he says his prostate pain disappeared . Also a smooth muscle relaxant may prevent the cramping pain .

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Prostate problems such as prostatitis, prostatic hypertrophy, etc… Affects most men as they age, However, there are belonging things you can do to prevent them.

Prostate Problems – Approximately 12% of men suffer prostate problems. The prostate is a gland the size of a walnut, located below the bladder and is an important component of male reproductive system.

The prostate is a gland in males under the bladder and wrapped in the region of the urethra. The healthy human being prostate is slightly bigger than a walnut, and although it is called a gland, being self-possessed of two lobes completely surrounded by a layer of outer tissue, the term “organ” is a more appropriate description.

With the aging progression, it is quite common for the prostate gland to become enlarged. As a man ages, the prostate depart through two main periods of growth. The first occurs early in puberty, during male genital progress, when the prostate doubles in size.

Symptoms of an enlarged prostate:
* Frequent urination (especially at night).
* Burning when urinating and a discharge of hormones.
* Feeling of fullness behind the scrotum and in front of the rectum.
* A thin stream of urine that stops and starts again.
* Difficulty starting urinary stream.
* Runny after urination.

What causes an enlarged prostate?

At about the age of 25, the gland start to grow yet again. This second growth stage often consequences, years later, in an enlarged prostate gland. In this procedure the prostate enlarges, the layer of tissue adjacent the prostate that yawns wider.

This ground the prostate gland presses against the urethra like a secure on a garden hose. The bladder wall becomes thicker and irritable. The bladder starts to contract even when it contains small amounts of urine, leading to more frequent urination.

Eventually the bladder grows weaker and loses the ability to empty. Urine remains in the bladder. This can cause symptoms similar to urinary tract infection.

Many people feel uncomfortable talking about the prostate. However, prostate enlargement is as common in aging and hair loss and memory.

Normally the prostate has two stage of growth. The first occurs when he reaches puberty and prostate doubles in size. Then grow back when you reach age 25 or so. This latest growth spurt is less than the first and can result in what is known as prostamegalia, prostatamegalia, or enlarged prostate. As we continue to grow is constrained by the surrounding tissue, which puts pressure on the urethra. This can lead to urinary problems such as slow flow, flow difficulty, or inability to empty the bladder.

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There are two broad categories of prostate problems that all men need to be aware of; Benign prostate hyperplasia, which is an enlargement of the prostate that occurs with age or because of the effects of prostatitis, and prostate cancer. Although younger men can be affected by such problems, prostate issues for the majority of men do not appear until the age of 50 and older.

In men the prostate is a walnut sized gland that encircles the neck of the bladder and urethra, which is the tube that carries urine from the bladder. The prostate is an exocrine gland with the main function of producing fluid that carries sperm during ejaculation. It also helps to control the flow of urine as it passes from the bladder to the penis.

As men age they become more susceptible to prostate problems. The first is benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH) or enlargement of the prostate. BPH is so common that some physicians consider it a normal consequence of aging in males. It results in the enlargement of the prostate, with it alternately pressing up against the urethra and bladder. BPH can also leads to sexual dysfunction; however modern medicine is still unable to understand why. BPH will affect an astonishing 50% of men during their lifetimes but rarely causes symptoms before age 40, with more than half of men in their sixties and as many as 90 percent in their seventies and eighties encountering some of its symptoms. BPH is the most common non-cancerous prostate problem.

Symptoms of Benign Prostate Hyperplasia can include difficulty urinating, waking up several times a night to urinate, frequent urination, inability to empty the bladder, uncontrolled dribbling, painful urination, and painful ejaculation.

Prostatitis, which is an inflammation or infection of the prostate, can affect any adult male but is most common in men, aged 20 to 50. It is usually caused by a bacterial infection that has spread from another part of the body and is typically treated with antibiotics to fight the infection. Prostatitis can cause difficulty urinating, pain, fever, and blood in the urine.

Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer experienced by men and is the most common cancer in men over 50. The risk of its occurrence increases with age; about 70 percent of all cases of the disease are diagnosed in men age 65 and older. The symptoms of prostate cancer are similar to other prostate problems, particularly difficulty in passing urine, but other symptoms include lower back pain, pain in the hips or pelvis and erection problems. Every year prostate cancer kills thousands of men despite the fact that it can be effectively treated if caught in its early stages.

Even though prostate problems can be embarrassing for some men it is important to see a doctor at the first signs of any symptoms. Regular doctor’s visits are also important particularly upon reaching the age of 40. More often then not any problem with the prostate is nothing to worry about and can be treated quickly and easily, but the risks of not getting frequent checkups is clearly not worth what could happen.

Question by Douglas Z: prostate problems?
I am 55 year old male who’s been besiged with
with problems like getting up to pee a lot at night.
In addition , no matter how urgent the need to pee is, it always comes out slowly with a thin
stream and even afterwards my bladder feels
like it has not complely emptied. I talked to my doctor and asked the price of going under the knife
He told me these operations were statiscally
were a last resort since 50% of patients die while on the operating table.
Also results of the surgery might be permanent
incontience, impotence and still stuck
with the same symptoms: The doctor refuses
to operate unless the prostate becomes cancerous. In meantime I was instructed to
watch and wait. All that being said anybody
have any surefire remedies like perhaps some
herbal pills that might alleviate the symptons?
I have already tried Flo Max which was prescribed by a doctor. I have also tried
saw palmetto, pygeum, lycopene, betasideral,
but alas none of them worked.

Best answer:

Answer by d.sinope
it’s probably just a regression to the phallic stage. Most likely due to a very strict father or a traumatic experience when 3-5 years of age. Somehow your castration anxiety has awoken again (from your unconscious) and caused all of your psychosomatic symptoms.
First you have to discover what those unconscious motives are, in order to get rid of this hysteria.

Personally, i don’t think its a psychological issue.

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Ah… the prostate exam; could there be a more awkward reason to have two men in the same small tiny room? For many men the idea of having a same sex peer ask you to pull your pants down and bend over while he moves his well-lubricated finger inside your exit, is as close to hell as it gets.

But with the rise of prostate cancer in the boomer generation, it’s time for men to suck it up and bend over.

The miseries of a growing prostate gland plague many male baby boomers long before they perceive themselves as aging. Symptoms can appear when a man is in his late 40s, according to urological surgeon Robert Weiss, and include “urinary frequency, often causing a man to get up several times each night, and urgency-difficulty in making it to a bathroom.”

Cancer occurs on the outside of the prostate, which is why physicians check for nodules using a rectal exam. This should be paired with an annual PSA screening (blood test) starting at age 45 for African American men and 50 for others.

The primary risk factor for prostate malignancy—which affects one in six men in the U.S. in their lifetimes—is aging. Under age 40, the incidence is one in 10,000, but it jumps dramatically to one in 38 for 40- to 59-year-olds, and one in 14 for those in their 60s.

With the men of the “baby boomers” generation in the United States approaching target age for prostate cancer screening, the incidence of prostate cancer is expected to increase to 300,000 a year in the next decade. While treatable in earlier stages of the disease, prostate cancer can be much harder to treat in more advanced stages and can be fatal. In fact, prostate cancer is the number two cancer killer in men. This year, an estimated 30,000 will die from the disease. Treatment options for prostate cancer are dictated largely by the stage of the disease, the patient’s age and health, whether the cancer has just been diagnosed or has recurred, and other factors. Of particular concern is the plight of advanced prostate cance r patients.

Every year, 70,000 men require additional treatment due to a recurrence of prostate cancer. If the cancerous cells are not detected during initial treatment or if tumors go undetected, the cancer may spread beyond the prostate. Over time, many patients no longer respond to hormone therapy, meaning they have hormone-refractory prostate cancer. Advanced prostate cancer patients face the development of painful bone metastases at which point they generally have two to three years to live. Quality of life during this stage of treatment can be greatly diminished.

Prostate cancer can be treated easily when caught in its early stages; you just have to be man enough to be a little uncomfortable for a 10-15 minute rectal exam that just could save your life.

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Prostate exams are a simple and straightforward procedure and can be conducted in a doctors office without any need for medical equipment or urine or blood testing. Since every year an average of two hundred fifty thousand men are diagnosed with prostate cancer, it is very important that all men receive regular prostate exams. The necessity of receiving prostate exams also increases as one ages.

This first form of prostate cancer treatment is called Active Surveillance. It is the medical term for watching a patients cancer, but not taking action until the condition worsens or expands. Active Surveillance is used when a patient may not be able to undergo treatment because of complications from other conditions, or is otherwise unable to receive cancer treatment.

The most direct route form of prostate cancer treatment is to remove the entire prostate, a procedure known as a prostatectomy. An incision is made behind the pubic bone and a portion of the prostate or the entire gland itself is removed. The urethra is then connected directly to the bladder, but a catheter is often necessary in order to allow the patients body time to adapt to the new setup of its urinary system.

Another form of prostate cancer treatment is radiation therapy, which can treat prostate cancer from the outside. An MRI or CAT scan is used to plot the exact location of the tumor or affected cells, and intense bursts of x-rays are used to destroy these cells. Intensity modulated radiation therapy, or IMRT, is a form of radiation that can be used to full effect on the majority of the cancer cells, but can be toned back to lessen the danger to cells in proximity to the bladder or rectum.

Brachytherapy is another form of radiation therapy, albeit one that involves actually inserting objects into the body. Radioactive pellets or seeds are injected into the prostate, and the radiation that they emit kills the cancer-infected cells. After a period of time, the radioactivity of these seeds fades, and the leftover pellets are completely harmless.

Another prostate cancer treatment is called hormone therapy, and involves restricting the amount of testosterone that the body produces or that is directed to help the prostate gland grow. The most extreme version of this procedure is called orchiectomy, and involves actually removing the testicles. Since they produce ninety-percent of the bodys testosterone, this method is very effective, but considering that the testicles must be removed, most men opt for another procedure. There are also drugs that halt production of testosterone derivatives, but these are not as effective as an orchiectomy, and some may have to be administered in frequent injections.

As with other forms of cancer, chemotherapy is also an option. However, up until fairly recently, chemotherapy was considered only as an option for men who have stopped responding to other prostate cancer treatments. New studies are being conducted using chemotherapy drugs. These drugs have been approved by the Food and Drug Administration. This new form of chemotherapy is used specifically to fight prostate cancer.

Being diagnosed with prostate cancer is by no means a small matter, but with modern prostate cancer treatments, there are many different options, and ones chances for survival are extremely high.

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The prostate is a gland that’s best described as the size of a chestnut. It is also only a male organ, and it is located under the bladder surrounding the urethra, the passageway that takes the urine to the outside. The gland produces seminal fluid, which is mixed with sperm to make semen.

With getting older, the gland might begin to grow, this happens to most men. The growth of the gland may eventually cause problems with urination, because the gland pinches off the urethra as it enlarges in its size. This most often occurs in men over the age of 60. Up to 30 percent of men over there 60s have benign prostate gland. One of the main roles the prostate functions is to squeeze fluid into the urethra as sperm move through during sexual climax. This fluid, which helps make up semen, energizes the sperm and makes the vaginal canal less acidic.

As a man ages and matures, the prostate goes through two main periods of growth. It first occurs early in puberty, when the prostate doubles in size. At around the age 25, the gland begins to grow again. This second growth phase often results, years later, in Benign prostate.

During most of a man’s life the prostate continues to grow, the enlargement doesn’t usually cause problems until later in life. But more than half of men as many as 90 percent have symptoms of benign prostate gland somewhere after there forties.

When the prostate keeps enlarging, the layer of tissue surrounding it stops it from expanding, causing the gland to press against the urethra like a clamp. The bladder wall then becomes thicker and irritable. It starts to contract even when it contains small amounts of urine, causing more frequent urination. Eventually, the bladder starts to weaken and it loses the ability to empty itself, so some of the urine remains in the bladder.

Some of the symptoms of prostate gland enlargement are weak urine stream, difficulty starting urination, stopping and straining while urinating, frequent need to urinate, increased frequency of urination at night, urgent need to urinate, not being able to completely empty the bladder, blood in urine, and urinary tract infection.

In some cares sudden total blockage of urine occurs. It is very distressing and you need emergency treatment to drain the bladder, it occurs in less than 1 in 100 men with and enlarged prostate each year. It is more common if you have fairly troublesome symptoms already. However, in some cases, it can develop out of no where in a man who has not before had any prostate related symptoms.

Something that will help you with Benign prostate gland, is trying Saw Palmetto. This is taken from the berries of the saw palmetto tree and is used in the treatment of benign enlargement of the prostate gland, but that is not all there are many more benefits that it does also. It’s been shown to affect the levels of cancer promoting hormones and this may lead to protection against prostate cancer.

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Five Warning Signs You May Have an Enlarged Prostate

The prostate gland is an important part of the male reproductive system. The  prostate creates a fluid that mixes with sperm and other fluids during  ejaculation. These fluids nourish and transport sperm during the process of  semen ejaculation during sexual excitement. A normal prostate gland is around  the size of a walnut.

Five Ways to know you may have an enlarged prostate:

The symptoms of an enlarged prostate can vary, but the most common ones  are:

1) Changes or problems with urination, such as a hesitant, interrupted,  weak stream.

2) Urgency, leaking or dribbling,

3) More frequent urination,  especially at night.  This is called nocturia.

4) Frequently feeling you have to urinate, but nothing comes out.

5) Pain or discomfort while urinating

Men who have symptoms of  prostate obstruction are much more likely to develop chronic kidney disease.  These are troubling and dangerous problems if not found and corrected in time.

Prostate Enlargement is common as a man ages and matures.   When men reach their 40′s if there is a history of enlarged prostate or prostate cancer in their family, they should see their doctor for a prostate exam.  If there is no family history, men should have a  yearly prostate exam when they reach 50.  Medical doctors  call this condition of enlarged prostate BPH or “benign prostatic hyperplasia”.  As the prostate enlarges, the layer of tissue surrounding it stops it from expanding, causing the prostate gland to press inward against the urethra and  restricting the flow, narrowing the space for urine to pass.  The bladder wall  also becomes thicker and irritable.  The bladder starts to contract even when it  contains even small amounts of urine, causing more frequent urination by the  male. Eventually, the bladder weakens and loses the ability to completely empty  itself and urine remains in the bladder.  The narrowing of the urethra and  partial emptying of the bladder cause a large number of the problems associated  with an enlarged prostate.  A doctor can determine an enlarged prostate during  the dreaded finger prostate exam.

Enlarged prostate treatments vary.  While there are numerous effective pharmaceutical drugs  available to improve symptoms of prostate enlargement, this comes with many possible side effects.  There are some effective natural therapies including the use of time-tested herbal products, such as Prostacet. In addition to natural remedies such as Prostacet, men should get plenty of exercise, eat a healthy diet, including fiber and Omega-3 Fatty Acids.

For more information or to purchase Prostacet, visit: http://http://www.menshealthcures.com/Prostacet

Question by sngrlissy: My doctor did a prostate exam and caused me to urinate during the night?
My doctor did a prostate exam and that night I started to urinate during the night for the 1st time 3 times and started to dribble. This has been going on for a few days now. Did my doctor injure my prostate?

Best answer:

Answer by Noone
Your prostate may have swollen in response to the stimulation during the exam, causing it to press against your bladder. I doubt that you’re actually “injured,” but if it doesn’t subside by itself in a few days you may want to consult your doctor again.

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Nobody wants to hear the one of the scariest words come out of their physicians mouth, “cancer”. The mere thought of having cancer itself can be one of the scariest prospects you will face but if you are diagnosed with prostate cancer take a breath as there are many treatments available.

After you have allowed yourself to allow the thought of having a cancer sink in, start to educate yourself on treatments as there are choices with great success. What prostate cancer treatment is in sight for you can only be decided by you, your family and your physician. Prostate surgery is one choice and includes treatments; such as, a radial protatectomy or radioactive seed implantation, which is not as scary as it sounds. Removing the prostate completely or using the iodine “seeds” placed in the prostate may be right for you.

If prostate surgery isn’t the answer, another prostate cancer treatment are injections. Some of these injections are Eligard, Lupron and Zoladex. These injections can be given on a three to six month basis and it is a hormone based injection as prostate cancer feeds off of the testosterone. There are also implant devices which can be put in during an office visit which goes under the first layer of the skin and are left there for a year. This is a great option if you do not wish to have surgery but can not make quarterly or biannual injection visits.

Explore your options and choose what fits you best.

Question by Sylow M: Prostate cancer ?
I want to know about prostate cancer and what constitutes the optimal form of treatment for patients with clinically localized cancers remains controversial. Can anyone give more information on it?
Thanks in advance.

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Treatment decisions are at present made on the basis of tumor grade and stage and the age and health of the patient. Although selected patients may be candidates for surveillance based on age or health and the presence of small-volume or well-differentiated cancers, most patients with an anticipated survival in excess of 10 years should be considered for treatment with irradiation or surgery. Both radiation therapy and radical prostatectomy allow for acceptable levels of local control. A randomized trial comparing watchful waiting and radical prostatectomy in men with clinically localized prostate cancer is currently under way in the united states (PIVOT: Prostate Cancer Intervention Versus Observation Trial). This trail will randomize 2000 patients and will run for 15 years. Patients need to be advised of all treatment options (including surveillance) along with their particular benefits, risks, and limitations.

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