High frequency stimulation for prostatitis is one of the alternative treatments for chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CP/CPPS). Patients can easily for become frustrated with how difficult it is to treat CP/CPPS. The reason for this difficulty is that are a number of causes and many of the different causes are actually unrelated to the…
Bisphenol A (BPA) is a colorless synthetic organic compound that is used in the production of polycarbonate plastics and epoxy resin, so it doesn’t sound like something that could contribute to obesity. Yet BPA could be a factor in making you put on extra pounds. Can BPA make you fat? How can BPA make you…
Water-induced thermotherapy has been traditionally used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), also commonly known as enlarged prostate. Even though BPH and prostatitis are different conditions, they do share some similar symptoms, especially urinary symptoms. That’s why water-induced thermotherapy for prostatitis is considered to be an alternative treatment for chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CP/CPPS)….
Facing a diagnosis of prostate cancer can be overwhelming and frightening. After your doctor informs you that you have cancer, your next step is to become an informed patient. Ask your doctor all of your questions and seek a second opinion. Your research will likely focus on treatment options, such as radiation therapy. One type…
Treatment of Peyronie’s disease, a condition that involves significant curvature of the penis, can be challenging and frustrating for patients. Among the available treatment options are a variety of vitamins or supplements, oral medications, penile injections, and even surgery. One approach that does not get much attention is radiation therapy for Peyronie’s disease. In a…
Sperm concentrations and counts have been declining over the past few decades, and experts are worried that this may signal the beginning of the end of human reproduction. Although this may sound like a dramatic statement, investigators are working to find ways to boost male fertility, and one of those ways may be through diet….
Nearly two millennia ago, traditional Chinese medicine practitioners developed a formula for people who were experiencing problems with urination. Known as Danggui Beimu Kushen Wan, this formula has become widely used as a Chinese herbal remedy for prostatitis (chronic prostatitis), although there has been scant scientific evidence to support its use. That has changed, based…
If you are concerned about your bone and brain health, you should be taking magnesium. Magnesium is one of the most important supplements for men. It is estimated that 80% of people living in the US are deficient in magnesium, and yet this mineral is one of the most overlooked minerals, with dramatic health consequences…
For men who are contemplating treatment for prostate cancer, one of their main worries is the impact of such therapy on sexual function, specifically erectile dysfunction. This concern is the focus of a new multicenter clinical trial that will be led by physicians at UT Southwestern, which will test a new radiation treatment that will…
Carnitine is a substance the body makes naturally in the liver and kidneys and then stores in the heart, brain, sperm, and skeletal muscles. Because it acts as an antioxidant and may help restore cells damaged by inflammation, it is frequently suggested as a treatment for various conditions, including Peyronie’s disease. Study of carnitine for Peyronie’s…
Soy is not a miracle product, no matter what the food producers and marketing people tell you. Nor, however, is it a dangerous substance you should avoid at all costs. Although research indicates there are plenty of reasons to be concerned about soy, there also is science showing some very positive things. So what’s wrong…
One-time treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) with a water vapor thermal therapy (Rezum System) was found to provide better symptom relief scores and five times lower clinical progression rates when compared with long-term drug treatment. Results of the study, which appeared recently in The Journal of Urology, are important given that nearly two-thirds of…
The Provenge survival rate can be predicted by PSA levels and symptom severity before starting treatment. The data show that if you are considering immunotherapy with Provenge (sipuleucel-T) for advanced prostate cancer, then the sooner you can get treatment the better your survival rate. A lower PSA before treatment seems to lead to a longer…
When men are deciding which prostate cancer treatment to choose, one of the things to consider might be which questions to ask about Provenge. It’s a good idea to conduct your own research of possible treatment options, but you should also be prepared with questions to ask and discuss with your healthcare provider. Here are…
In up to 40 percent of men who are diagnosed with prostate cancer and undergo therapy, the disease spreads (metastasizes) and develops into advanced prostate cancer. For those who have tried and failed to respond to androgen-deprivation therapy (also known as failure to respond to castration-resistant prostate cancer), there are other treatment options, including Xtandi…
Foods to avoid over 40 include those that can increase your risk for disease or worsen conditions you already have. If you are over 40, you may have noticed that you just can’t eat or drink like you did when you were younger. As you age, it is even more important to eat well, maintain…
What is the PSA and what does it mean? PSA stands for prostate specific antigen, which is a protein produced by the prostate gland. The function of the PSA is to liquefy the semen to make it easier for sperm to swim. The PSA test measures the amount of PSA in a man’s blood. What…
“How is BPH treated?” is a common question for men who receive a diagnosis of BPH (benign prostatic hyperplasia). BPH also is called enlarged prostate. In some cases, BPH can be a side effect of medications or lifestyle choices. These can be changed to correct the condition. When BPH isn’t related to these issues, medications…
You may have heard of the ketogenic diet (aka, keto diet), a controversial eating plan that has gained some recognition recently because some celebrities tout its merits and also because it is sometimes used to help individuals who have epilepsy and type 2 diabetes. Today, keto diets are promoted as being able to boost your…
Changes in PSA recommendations this month by the American Urological Association’s (AUA) resulted in similarities with those of the US Preventive Service Task Force (USPSTF). The alignment may simplify patient-physician “shared decision making” with regards to PSA screening. In 2012, the USPSTF’s statements concerning PSA caused an uproar because it discouraged routine PSA screening for…
