In the quest for newer and more effective enlarged prostate (BPH) treatment, scientists have developed a technique called prostatic arterial embolization, a minimally invasive procedure that can be performed on an outpatient basis. Also referred to as PAE, this new surgical treatment for BPH has been shown to be both safe and effective in a…
The addition of the COX-2 inhibitor celecoxib (Celebrex) to hormone therapy may cause regression of tumor growth in men with advanced prostate cancer. Scientists at the Vaccine Research Institute of San Diego used a mouse model of prostate cancer to evaluate the efficacy of this combination treatment approach. Hormone therapy (also known as androgen ablation…
New treatments for advanced prostate cancer provide more choices for prostate cancer patients than ever before. Advances in medical science are always leading to new treatments for advanced prostate cancer. This is important since, according to the American Cancer Society, 1 in 6 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime and 1…
If your doctor has diagnosed you with prostatic intraepithelial neoplasia (PIN), many questions are probably racing through your mind. We hope you get detailed answers to all of them, but in case you don’t, or you don’t ask, or you just want to know more, read on. What is prostatic intraepithelial neoplasia? PIN is a…
When your doctor told you that you had prostate cancer, you might have felt numb. You might have felt panic. You almost certainly began to experience anxiety and distress, and perhaps depression as the news truly sunk in. Treating prostate cancer should be about more than just killing the cancer cells. Your emotional well-being will…
Most experts admit that it’s a mystery why some prostate cells turn cancerous. However, researchers have identified some risk factors for prostate cancer, most of which you can control. Age (and Prostate Cancer) Just being on the planet for 65 years or longer is considered to be the strongest risk factor for prostate cancer. That’s…
If working out makes you feel younger, a new study suggests it’s no illusion – vigorous exercise can actually slow the aging process on a cellular level, turning back the clock nearly a decade. Researchers analyzed 6,000 adults based on their physical activity and biological markers of aging, Time.com reports. Most importantly, they used DNA…
Is green tea good for prostate health? Yes, green tea is definitely the beverage to put on your menu every day. Hot or cold, in a smoothie, or as a supplement, green tea’s antioxidants can greatly benefit prostate health. Those benefits include boosting the immune system, helping manage symptoms of prostatitis, fighting prostate cancer, reducing…
HGH therapy for men involves one of the most talked about supplements on the market today. Human growth hormone (HGH) is a substance that is associated with anti-aging claims as well as a debate about whether the potential benefits are worth the risks. Yet the anti-aging lure sends men and women in search of which…
What are the benefits of Ginger for Men? Ginger benefits for men include the potential to inhibit prostate cancer cell growth and promote the death of prostate cancer cells. Ginger also has been shown to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Ginger (Zingiber officinale Roscoe) is a common spice valued both for its culinary contributions and…
Don’t let the fact that apples rank number one on the contaminated foods list keep you from enjoying an apple a day (or at least several per week). First the bad news: Pesticides were found on 97.8 percent of the more than 700 apple samples tested. In addition, 92 percent of apples had two or…
Mediterranean diet benefits include being good for your prostate, heart, and overall health. The diet focuses on eating fresh fish, healthful oils, and produce that is in season, and does not include processed and packaged foods. Fresh whole food is higher in nutrients and does not contain additives and preservatives. This diet is sustainable and…
There are a few medically induced causes of prostatitis, prostate biopsy being one of them. A small percentage of men develop acute bacterial prostatitis after having a prostate biopsy. A prostate biopsy is one of the procedures a physician usually recommends when prostate cancer is suspected. Because the prostate biopsy procedure is done by passing…
Homeopathy is a system of healing that has been in use for hundreds of years. It is based on the idea that “like treats like.” Homeopathy treatment for prostatitis is considered one of the alternative treatments for chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CP/CPPS), but there is not a lot of supportive scientific data for using…
Tai chi is Chinese martial art that many people practice to receive its many health benefits. Also known as tai chi chuan, this Eastern exercise is one of several alternative treatments for chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CP/CPPS) that helps to manage and relieve stress and focus the mind and psychological health. Stress and anxiety…
Before men with prostate cancer undergo prostatectomy, one of the most burning questions they ask is, “What are the side effects?” Although urinary incontinence has long been identified as a significant side effect of radical prostatectomy, a new study suggests urinary incontinence risk after prostatectomy remains high for longer than many once believed, even as…
Prostate cancer risk in BPH patients was the focus of a new study presented at the 28th Annual EAU Congress in Milan, Italy. The study evaluated the genetic predisposition of men with an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia, BPH) to develop prostate cancer. BPH affects at least half of all men age 50 and older,…
Urinary tract infections in men can be accompanied by pain or discomfort when urinating. A urinary tract infection (UTI) is a condition that develops when bacteria, usually Escherichia coli, attacks the urinary tract, although other bacteria can be to blame as well. Although the majority of the more than 8 million cases of urinary tract…
Ayurvedic medicine is an ancient healing system that focuses on mental health, diet, and using spices and herbs. Ayurvedic medicine for prostatitis can offer a holistic approach to treating chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CP/CPPS). Ayurvedic doctors consider a patient’s physical and mental health in addition to personality when diagnosing and treating disease. This form…
Colloidal silver is a tasteless, odorless liquid that contains submicroscopic particles of silver suspended by an electric charge. Proponents say colloidal silver supports the immune system against infections and disease-causing organisms. Even though anecdotal evidence points to colloidal silver for prostatitis treatment, this supplement is not well researched or recommended. Colloidal silver’s use may lead…
