Question 1

congested prostate, is that common for a 35 year old?

Accepted Answer

Prostatitis: I would wonder about a possible infection ie prostate infection.   See your pcp and get a urinalysis.

Question 2

hello doctors, my question is how to use nettle herb for treating prostate enlargement, and to what extent does it help?

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: Nettle leaf may be an effective treatment for certain conditions of the prostate, such as benign prostatic hyperplasia, a swelling of the prostate gland. While more research is needed in this area, a clinical trial of 287 people with BPH found significant reductions in the size of their enlarged prostate after they were treated with nettle leaf. Consult with a homeopathic Dr for dosing/duration.

Question 3

what can i do for an enlarged prostate , with vitamins , herbs , etc age 67 otherwise healthy

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Evaluate, treatment: Vitamins and herbs will not help enlarged prostate.Saw palmetto has been shown to be no better than placebo.If your loved on,aged 67(since you are 34)is having symptoms of enlarged prostate he needs to be seen by doctor for rectal exam and PSA and possibly referred to urologist for uroflowmetry &amp; post-void bladderscan ultrasound before initiating treatment.Good luck

Question 4

wanting to take pygeum (herb for enlarged prostate) but am on augmentin (amoxicillin and clavulanate) for next few weeks. any interaction i need to worry about?

Accepted Answer

No : Interaction and you may continue to take the supplement

Question 5

can an enlarged prostate cause e.d?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely : In general, prostatic enlargement is unrelated to erectile dysfunction.  The only connection is that the incidence of both increase with age.

Question 6

what makes a prostate hurt?

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Lots of things: Infection of the prostate, prostatitis is the most common.  See your provider for an exam and urine sample.

Question 7

why is the prostate removed?

Accepted Answer

Prostatectomy: Prostate is removed because of
benign prostate hyperplasia causing urinary obstruction to relieve obstruction
carcinoma of prostate in some cases.

Question 8

how big is my prostate at 19?

Accepted Answer

Your age: Your age is a rough estimate, although it probably overestimates the size. So, maybe 19 cc.

Question 9

what can i do if im congested?

Accepted Answer

Congestion: Congestion can be addressed through several methods -- over the counter decongestants (pseudoephedrine or phenylephrine -- avoid if you have high blood pressure), over the counter nasal saline, or prescribed nasal steroids.  Chronic congestion should be addressed by your physician.

Question 10

what food irritates the prostate?

Accepted Answer

Several: Alcohol is a known irritant.  Also caffeine, fried foods, and spicy foods -- especially those with peppers.

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What can i do for an enlarged prostate , with vitamins , herbs , etc age 67 otherwise healthy

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Wanting to take pygeum (herb for enlarged prostate) but am on augmentin (amoxicillin and clavulanate) for next few weeks. any interaction i need to worry about?

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