Description
The prostate is a gland that is located just
below the bottom of the bladder and in front
of the rectum and surrounding the urethra
which is the tube that carries urine or
semen. Its main role is to produce and store
semen which carries the sperm, a function
that is of utmost importance in male sexual
reproduction.
In the normal male the prostate grows from
puberty until the age of 25. However, in
some men over the age of 50 the prostate
continues to grow, an unhealthy occurrence
that may lead serious urinary issues.
Statistical studies
show the following:
This condition is the most common problem
for men over the age of 50. In fact ½ the
men over 50 and approximately 80% of men
over 80 have some symptoms of BPH.
Types and Symptoms
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a hesitant, interrupted, weak stream
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urgency and leaking or dribbling
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more frequent urination, especially at night
Questions to ask the
expert
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How many years
experience have you had treating this
disorder
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What is your
success rate
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Certificates and
Licenses
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References
General Tips
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Eat a diet low in
saturated and trans-fats, substitute them
for the healthier monounsaturated and
omega-3 fats.
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Eat more whole soy
foods. Researcher found that Asian men have
a lower risk of BPH which is believed to
related to their increased intake of soy
foods.
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Avoid caffeine and
alcohol, which often increase the need to
urinate.
Increase fiber in your diet to avoid
constipation which may make the symptoms of
BPH worse.
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The National
Institute on Aging recommends that men get
regular medical checkups including a
prostate exam.
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If symptoms of BPH
do occur, try managing them with saw
palmetto (Serenoa repens).
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The best form to use
is an extract standardized to 85-95% total
fatty acids. Use 160 mg twice a day. Saw
palmetto, often helps promote healthy
function and decreases symptoms though it
does not shrink the size of the prostate.
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Biofeedback
practitioners specializing in Pelvic Muscle
Dysfunction
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Yoga-type
exercises with the aim of relaxing pelvic
floor and abdominal muscles –Yoga
Practitioners to be contacted
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Physical Therapy
for Pelvic Pain and Incontinence
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