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….
Some delicious, common spices help prostate health, and making them a part of your diet could be a good move. For example, turmeric and prostate cancer are not often talked about in the same vein but the truth is that this spice, and others, have a long history in the prevention of prostate cancer in…
If your prostate cancer has spread outside of the prostate then you will need to look at your metastatic prostate cancer treatment options. While most prostate cancer is diagnosed and treated while the disease is localized to the prostate, some men are diagnosed with metastatic prostate cancer treatment initially and need treatment for that. Other…
One of the best ways to support your prostate is to engage in Kegel exercises for prostate health. Are you ready to exercise your pelvic muscles? The good news is, you don’t need special shoes, you won’t break a sweat, and you don’t even have to get out of your chair. Kegel exercises fit every…
While previous studies of a protective effect of selenium against the risk of prostate cancer have been disappointing, results of a new review suggest a new warning: selenium supplements may increase the risk of diabetes. In the review, which appears in The Lancet, author Margaret P. Rayman, DPhil, of the University of Surrey noted that taking…
Blood in the urine, also known as hematuria, can occur in one of two forms. Microscopic hematuria is when blood is detectable only under a microscope. This form is typically detected when men have had a urinalysis as part of an examination either for urinary symptoms or some other health complaint. Gross hematuria is when…
Resveratrol, a phytonutrient found in grapes and red wine, packs potent antioxidant powers that can improve heart health, according to Spanish researchers. People at risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD) who took resveratrol supplements for one year showed significant improvements in heart-related factors when compared with individuals who took a placebo. Resveratrol is a polyphenol that…
A comparison of Avodart and Flomax for enlarged prostate treatment can be helpful for men who have been diagnosed with this prostate condition, which is also known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Both Avodart (dutasteride) and Flomax (tamulosin) are commonly prescribed for this condition, but they are from two different drug categories and work somewhat…
An often-asked question among men who are thinking about starting testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) is, does testosterone increase prostate cancer risk? Experts and researchers have studied and debated this question for years. A new study case-control study from Sweden adds to the growing literature showing that taking the hormone does not raise a man’s risk…
Offering Provenge for low grade prostate cancer treatment is an option under consideration. Currently, Provenge (sipuleucel-T), the only immunotherapy for treatment of prostate cancer, has approval from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in men who have asymptomatic or minimally symptomatic advanced (metastatic) prostate cancer that has not responded to hormone therapy. In…
Saw palmetto for prostatitis is one of the more popular natural treatments for this common prostate condition. In fact, one estimate proposes that about one in four men will experience troublesome symptoms associated with a prostate gland problem at some point during his lifetime. Prostatitis is a benign condition that refers to the swelling and…
What is resveratrol? Resveratrol is a phytonutrient and potent antioxidant that is present primarily in grapes and red wine, with smaller amounts found in berries and onions. It is also the source of an important health benefit: you may want to look at the possible role of resveratrol for prostate cancer treatment. Resveratrol for prostate…
A recent cost analysis of treatment options for BPH (benign prostatic hyperplasia) found that Rezum (a water vapor energy technology that delivers stem to the prostate and damages the offending cells) was the most cost effective of the six chosen items. The other treatments evaluated were Combination drug therapy (use of dutasteride or finasteride plus…
Only you and your doctor can answer that question. The size of your enlarged prostate, severity of your symptoms, your desire to retain or maintain sexual function, your age, presence of other health problems, and your lifestyle are all factors to be considered. Before you make any decision, however, be sure to review all of…
Millions of men in America take a multivitamin daily, yet it appears they may be wasting their time and money as well as fooling themselves into believing they are doing something good for their health. At least that’s part of the story from a recent research paper appearing in the Journal of the American Medical…
Vitamin D has been credited with many health benefits, but here’s one you may not have heard about. A deficiency of vitamin D has been associated with a greater prevalence of urinary incontinence and other pelvic floor disorders. Study participants who had vitamin D levels lower than 30 nanograms per milliliter (ng/mL) had a 170…
Men with metastatic prostate cancer who are considering different treatments may wonder how to pay for Xofigo. This latest prostate cancer treatment runs about $69,000. The complete course of therapy includes six injections that are given four weeks apart. This cost is for the drug itself and does not include other expenses such as visits…
Millions of people have prediabetes, a condition in which fasting blood sugar levels are high but not high enough to fall into the category of diabetes. Since the majority of people with prediabetes eventually develop full-blown diabetes, scientists have been interested in ways to prevent this from occurring. Now a study reveals that individuals who…
Most men in America can expect to develop an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia, or BPH) at some point during their lifetime, but especially after the fifth decade. While the symptoms can range from mild to severe, it’s good to know there is a natural way to help prevent and treat this common prostate condition….
We hear a lot about the importance of eating healthy fats, and in that conversation you may wonder which one is better for men’s health, flaxseed or omega-3 fatty acids? That may seem like a trick question, since flaxseed is a source of omega-3s, yet when omega-3 fatty acids are mentioned, many people immediately think…
