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Physical Therapy For Treating Incontinence Following Prostatectomy
The development of urinary incontinence after undergoing prostatectomy is a common occurrence, affecting an estimated 70 percent of men to some degree at 12 and 24 months post-surgery. Men who plan to undergo this surgical procedure should discuss the potential side effects with their doctor before the operation and be offered ways to manage it….
Is Alcohol Good or Bad for Prostate Health?
It’s been a long day at work or the weekend has arrived, and you want to kick back, relax and have a few beers or a glass of wine. So what’s the verdict: is alcohol good or bad for prostate health? If you’re thinking to yourself, “Okay, you’re going to tell me to never drink…
What Are Some of the Myths About Prostate Cancer
How much do you know about prostate cancer? It’s certainly a topic that’s much in the news, but it can be difficult to separate the hype and myths from the facts. Don’t let a misunderstanding or misinformation keep you from taking steps to be tested or treated for prostate cancer. Here are some myths about…
Do Statins Prevent Prostate Cancer?
It has been said that what is good for your heart is often good for the rest of your body. Two recent studies have shown that statin drugs, normally used to lower cholesterol to reduce the risk of heart disease, are also beneficial in the prevention and treatment of prostate cancer. Statins for prostate cancer: studies…
What is Zinc?
Zinc is a mineral found in large concentrations in the prostate gland, which suggests its importance in prostate health. Foods that contain a rich source of zinc include oysters, beef, sesame seeds, pumpkin seeds, crimini mushrooms, and low-fat yogurt. The RDA for zinc is 11 mg for adult males. Zinc and BPH At the University…
Can Testosterone Treat Male Menopause?
According to a new study published in Drug and Therapeutics Bulletin (DBT), taking synthetic testosterone for male menopause symptoms is questionable. In fact, the report casts doubt on whether male menopause, or late-onset hypogonadism (when the testes produce little or no hormone), really exists. Generally, testosterone levels decline by only 1 to 2 percent per…
