OrganizedWisdom Health - Enlarged Prostate

Nocturia and Prostate Enlargement

JRafferty — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 18:02:48 GMT

In some cases, nocturia, a term used for excessive urination at night, may be connected to prostate enlargement

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Nocturia and Enlarged Prostate

JRafferty — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 17:14:07 GMT

Nocturia, a term used for excessive urination at night, can be caused by an enlarged prostate.

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Irritable Bladder and Enlarged Prostate

Jkg0679 — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 14:58:42 GMT

Men with an enlarged prostate (also called benign prostatic hyperplasia) are at a higher risk for developing irritable bladder (also called urinary incontinence or overactive bladder).

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Male Urgency to Urinate

JRafferty — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 22:48:51 GMT

The urgency to urinate in men may be associated with conditions such as interstitial cystitis, diabetes, overactive bladder, prostatitis, or an enlarged prostate.

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Frequent Urination and Pain

JRafferty — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 16:32:09 GMT

Frequent urination and pain are symptoms associated with a number of medical conditions such as kidney stones, cystitis, urinary tract infection, sexually transmitted diseases, prostatitis, and others.

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Frequent Urination and Enlarged Prostate

JRafferty — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 16:29:40 GMT

Frequent urination in men could be one of the symptoms of an enlarged prostate.

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Plant Sterol Benefits

Crdelucas — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 17:27:58 GMT

In studies, plant sterols have been effective in reducing the risk of heart disease, stomach cancer, colon cancer, breast cancer, and prostate cancer. Found in plant-based foods and dietary supplements, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved plant sterols in foods such as margarine, mayonnaise, orange juice, beverages, and snack foods. Other foods that contain plant sterols include fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, and breakfast cereals.

Fast Facts:

Using approximately two to three grams daily of plant sterols is suggested for maximum benefit.
To obtain two grams of plant sterols from vegetables, approximately one-hundred pounds would need to be consumed.
Plant sterols may help relieve enlarged prostate symptoms but has shown no effectiveness in shrinking the prostate.
Other purported uses that have not been evaluated or tested include treating gallstones, enhancing sexual performance, boosting immune system, treating common cold and flu, asthma treatment, relieving menopause symptoms, and helping with hair loss.

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Beta-Sitosterol Benefits

Crdelucas — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 01:52:42 GMT

Beta-sitosterol may have potential benefits in treating high cholesterol and benign prostatic hyperplasia associated with an enlarged prostate. Beta-sitosterol is found in common foods and dietary supplements but has not been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Indigestion, flatulence, diarrhea, and constipation are side effects that may occur while taking beta-sitosterol.

Fast Facts:

Beta-sitosterol is the most abundant sterol in the plant kingdom.
Currently, no research has been performed on the effectiveness of beta-sitosterol in children.
Rice bran, wheat germ, corn oils, soybeans, peanuts, fruits, vegetables, corn chips, and unsweetened chocolate are foods that may contain beta-sitosterol.
Beta-sitosterol is an ingredient in some margarine and yogurt and these products may provide 1.5 to 3.0 grams of daily intake.
Other purported uses for beta-sitosterol that have not been evaluated or tested include treating gallstones, enhancing sexual performance, boosting immune system, treating common cold and flu, asthma treatment, relieving menopause symptoms, and helping with hair loss.

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Erectile Dysfunction

Sanbear — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 19:54:58 GMT

Erectile dysfunction (ED) is often the warning sign of a bigger medical problem. As Dr. Mehmet Oz explains, "Only 20 percent of erectile dysfunction is in our minds, [so] 80 percent or so is physical." Searching for information online about erectile dysfunction can be quite a challenge because so many spammers and marketers have infiltrated blogs, message boards and communities. We have assembled some of the better resources below.

Fast Facts:

Erectile dysfunction is defined as the inability to achieve or sustain an erection suitable for sexual intercourse.
ED can happen at any age, but it is more common in men older than 65.
The word "impotence" is also used to describe other problems that interfere with sex and reproduction; using the term erectile dysfunction means those other problems are not involved.

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Hytrin Interactions

CatherIN — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 00:42:13 GMT

As with any drug, there is a chance of interactions occurring when taking Hytrin. Be sure that your doctor is aware of all prescription and over-the-counter medications, including vitamins, minerals, or herbal products, that you are taking. If you are taking other blood pressure medications, especially verapamil, your dose of Hytrin may need to be adjusted.

Fast Facts:

While taking Hytrin, it is advisable to avoid decongestants or medications that increase the heart rate.
Hytrin is used in the treatment of high blood pressure and benign prostatic hyperplasia.
Hytrin is a brand name for the drug terazosin.

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