One of the more interesting natural remedies for the most common form of prostatitis is pollen extract, which has been the topic of numerous studies. A recent endeavor looked at pollen extract for chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CPPS) and how it fared against saw palmetto. Pollen extract for chronic pelvic pain syndrome Pollen extract, which…
It appears that men with prostatitis get prostate cancer more often than men without the inflammatory condition. For now, however, there is no direct evidence that having prostatitis increases a man’s risk of developing or eventually dying from prostate cancer. Before we look at the relationship between prostatitis and prostate cancer, an understanding of prostatitis…
A study of nearly 8,000 men revealed that clinicians may be able to add colonoscopy as a cause of prostatitis, or chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CP/CPPS). Other risk factors for CP/CPPS can include pelvic trauma, infections (including sexually transmitted infections), pelvic floor disorders, pelvic myoneuropathy, certain sexual activities, medical procedures, prostate stones, and stress….
Vitamin E is not one substance but a group of chemically related substances called tocopherols and tocotrienols. Although alpha-tocopherol is perhaps the most recognized of the eight different vitamin E substances, and the one most often used in vitamin E supplements and in research studies, the gamma-tocopherol form has demonstrated potent anti-inflammatory and anticancer properties….
Pygeum, a derivative from the bark of the Prunus africana tree, has a long history of use as a folk cure for bladder problems, but in more recent times pygeum has been used to treat BPH and prostatitis. The bark contains phytosterols, which can inhibit the production of dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a hormone that increases the…
Men who have prostatitis (inflammation of the prostate) who are also experiencing erectile dysfunction or other sexual difficulties are not imagining things; the two are related. Although there is not a lot of research on the topic, a few previous studies have examined the relationship between prostatitis and sexual function. Now, a new analysis has…
A number of studies have indicated that pollen can be an effective approach for treatment of prostate conditions, which has prompted some men to ask, “Can pollen treat prostatitis?” Currently the conventional treatment for nonbacterial prostatitis involves using drugs for BPH (benign prostatic hyperplasia), which are not always effective. Therefore the challenge to treat chronic…
Prostatitis is a condition in which the prostate gland becomes inflamed and swollen. This male health problem can cause uncomfortable symptoms like painful or difficult urination and pain in the groin and genitals. Some men also develop flu-like symptoms. There are several different types of prostatitis, along with a variety of possible causes, including bacterial…
It’s not an easy task to prevent a disease that is poorly understood and that can appear in four different forms. However, experts have established the following guidelines that can show you how to prevent prostatitis. Practice good hygiene to reduce the risk of infection. That includes keeping your penis clean Enjoy sex frequently, but…
A new study involved bringing together two uncommon treatment options for a common prostate problem. In that study, investigators evaluated the use of pumpkin seed oil phonophoresis for prostatitis. More specifically, the men who participated had chronic nonbacterial prostatitis, aka chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CP/CPPS). What about pumpkin seed oil phonophoresis for prostatitis? First,…
A review of nine randomized controlled trials suggests acupuncture may be an effective therapy to manage chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CP/CPPS) when compared with a variety of control interventions or no therapy. However, the authors of this review, which was published in the Journal of Andrology, noted that the methodological quality of the studies…
Many men who suffer with chronic prostatitis or bacterial prostatitis who are looking for treatment often pose the question, can prostatitis cause prostate cancer? Prostatitis is a benign but painful condition that is typically accompanied by an inflamed and tender prostate caused by a bacterial infection or other factors. Although an elevated prostate-specific antigen (PSA) level…
Imagine that you get a very small sliver in your thumb, and you can’t get it out because it broke off below the skin level. At first, it might be annoying, but if left in place, in a day or two you might experience swelling and redness at the site. If ignored, that swelling may…
When a man gets a diagnosis of prostatitis, one of the first questions he’s likely to ask is, “How am I going to treat it?” Among the treatment options available to men (e.g., alternative treatments, supplements, surgery) are drugs, but do drugs for prostatitis work? The answer to that question depends on several factors, including which…
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…
Many patients with chronic prostatitis and pelvic pain report that their symptoms get worse during the cold weather months. It’s not just in your head – recent research confirmed the relationship between weather and pain. In a study of patients with chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CP/CPPS), the men reported that the weather significantly impacted…
There are a number of things that can cause male pelvic pain. It can be challenging to narrow down the source of discomfort, but one of the most common types of male pelvic pain that affects about 50% of men at some point in their lives is prostatitis. There are several types of prostatitis. Some…
It’s probably not news to you that stress can have a significant impact on your health and that stress affects prostate health. What may be surprising is the severity of the effect of stress and anxiety on prostate conditions such as prostatitis, prostate cancer, and enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia, BPH) and, perhaps more importantly, the benefits…
TENS treatment for prostatitis may be an option for men who have not responded to other therapies for this prostate disorder. A new study found that transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) provided symptom relief for men with refractory chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CP/CPPS), the most common type of prostatitis. What Is TENS? TENS is…
