The prostate gland begins to enlarge after the age of 25 years. In some men, it can remain at a manageable size, while in
some it could cause trouble.
In fact, only around 50% of people with enlarged prostates develop symptoms such as difficulty passing urine, starting trouble during urination, poor urinary stream and urge to pass urine frequently.
When symptoms are not particularly bothersome, watchful waiting may be the best way to proceed. This involves regular monitoring to make sure complications aren't developing, but no treatment. For more troubling symptoms, most doctors begin by recommending a combination of lifestyle changes and medication.
Often this will be enough to relieve the worst symptoms and prevent the need for surgery. For those of you that suffer from this, here are some tips to help you cope with it.
1. Some men who are nervous and tense urinate more frequently. Reduce stress by exercising regularly and practicing relaxation techniques such as meditation.
2. When you go to the bathroom, take the time to empty your bladder completely. This will reduce the need for subsequent trips to the toilet.
3. Talk with your doctor about all prescription and over-the-counter medications you're taking; some may contribute to the problem. Your doctor may be able to adjust dosages or change your schedule for taking these drugs, or he or she may prescribe different medications that cause fewer urinary problems.
4. Avoid drinking fluids in the evening, particularly caffeinated and alcoholic beverages. Both can affect the muscle tone of the bladder, and both stimulate the kidneys to produce urine, leading to night time urination.
These simple tips should help you avoid surgery and carry on with your life as normal!
In fact, only around 50% of people with enlarged prostates develop symptoms such as difficulty passing urine, starting trouble during urination, poor urinary stream and urge to pass urine frequently.
When symptoms are not particularly bothersome, watchful waiting may be the best way to proceed. This involves regular monitoring to make sure complications aren't developing, but no treatment. For more troubling symptoms, most doctors begin by recommending a combination of lifestyle changes and medication.
Often this will be enough to relieve the worst symptoms and prevent the need for surgery. For those of you that suffer from this, here are some tips to help you cope with it.
1. Some men who are nervous and tense urinate more frequently. Reduce stress by exercising regularly and practicing relaxation techniques such as meditation.
2. When you go to the bathroom, take the time to empty your bladder completely. This will reduce the need for subsequent trips to the toilet.
3. Talk with your doctor about all prescription and over-the-counter medications you're taking; some may contribute to the problem. Your doctor may be able to adjust dosages or change your schedule for taking these drugs, or he or she may prescribe different medications that cause fewer urinary problems.
4. Avoid drinking fluids in the evening, particularly caffeinated and alcoholic beverages. Both can affect the muscle tone of the bladder, and both stimulate the kidneys to produce urine, leading to night time urination.
These simple tips should help you avoid surgery and carry on with your life as normal!
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