Why Men Get an Enlarged Prostate and How to Treat BPH Symptoms

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In this episode, Dr. Malik explains the causes of BPH, including hormonal, genetic, and inflammatory factors, and details its symptoms such as increased urinary frequency and urgency. She offers practical prevention tips like maintaining a healthy weight and active lifestyle, and reviews the effectiveness of popular supplements for BPH. Dr. Malik also outlines non-surgical medical treatments, including alpha blockers and 5 alpha-reductase inhibitors, discussing their potential benefits and side effects. This episode is essential for men facing urinary issues and those seeking to understand and manage BPH effectively without surgery.



Chapters:

00:00 Introduction
00:49 BPH (Benign prostatic hyperplasia)
01:52 Symptoms
04:10 Why does BPH occur?
09:41 How to reduce our risk
13:45 Supplements
15:41 Stinging nettle
22:06 Side effects
26:16 Takeaway

 

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Risks and side effects in the medical management of BPH

Abstract Benign prostatic hyperplasia affects up to 80% of men in their lifetime. It causes bladder outflow obstruction, leading to lower urinary tract symptoms, which can have a large impact on quality of life. Lifestyle modifications and pharmacotherapy are often offered as first-line...

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A New Era in BPH Management

Dr. Rebecca Gerber, a urologist at Atrium Health Urology in Charlotte, NC, and Dr. Ali Antar, an assistant professor in the department of urology at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, join WInnovations host, Dr. Kyle Richards to discuss diagnosis, management, and...

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Complex relationship between chronic inflammation and BPH

Benign prostatic hyperplasia, a prevalent condition in aging men, is characterized by the proliferation of prostatic epithelial and stromal cells, which leads to bladder outlet obstruction and the exacerbation of lower urinary tract symptoms. There is increasing evidence that chronic prostatic...

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Emerging drugs for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia

Abstract Introduction Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is condition that affects over 50% of men as they enter their fifth decade of life, often leading to lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS). Primary treatment options include alpha blockers, 5-alpha reductase inhibitors, and...

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Male LUTS: New updates in the EAU Guidelines

In this final special edition of episodes recorded live at EAU24, our experts discuss the newest updates to the EAU Guidelines on Male LUTS. Panel Chair Prof. Jean-Nicolas Cornu and panel member Dr. Manuela Tutolo begin the conversation by discussing the reasoning behind renaming the guideline...

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Trt options in men with BPH

I’m only 45 but have BPH, no symptoms. Did mri scan of body and found my prostate to be 38 ml, normal is less than 30 ml. My TT is around 900-1000, I was thinking of dropping it to 6-700 and maybe add low dose nandrolone as a semi replacement or addition as nandrolone doesn’t convert to DHT...

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post #2 (Go nuts!)

Male Lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS)

In the final edition of EAUTV at EAU24 our expert panel discusses Male LUTS. Moderator Prof. Jean-Nicolas Cornu and discussants Prof. Marcus Drake and Prof. Thomas Herrmann cover the distinctions between prostate symptoms and LUTS, storing and voiding issues, and more.

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In the podcast linked below, Dr Gundry talks about the link between infection due to leaky gut and enlarged prostate. He says he fixed his BPH by fixing his gut issues. Most of mainstream medicine seems to still be very far behind on the topic of leaky gut so it is reasonable to think Dr. Gundry is onto something here.

Dr. Steven Gundry Reveals Top Tips for Better Sleep

Dr. Steven Gundry shares practical techniques for tackling typical sleep issues such as snoring and frequent bathroom trips, helping you achieve undisturbed, rejuvenating sleep every night.

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