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		<title>Not All Kinds of Prostate Tumors Are Cancerous</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 29 Dec 2011 04:08:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Christopher Kuntz</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Every aging male should have information and knowledge about prostate tumor as they can develop this problem at any age after fifty years. The most vulnerable age for developing this problem is seventy years. However, you should not wait until that period for undergoing tests as delay can lead to major problems and a harmless [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Every aging male should have information and knowledge about prostate tumor as they can develop this problem at any age after fifty years. The most vulnerable age for developing this problem is seventy years. However, you should not wait until that period for undergoing tests as delay can lead to major problems and a harmless growth can become malignant.</p>
<p>However, before further discussion about prostate tumor it is essential that you should know about the types of extra growth within your prostate. Normally, three types of tumors develop in the prostate. These are the benign, precancerous, and the malignant type of growth. However, doctors always advice surgery for removal of the tumor irrespective of its type.<span id="more-402"></span></p>
<p>Therefore, let us first give you relevant information about the difference in these three types of extra growth in your prostate. The benign growth is the most harmless as it does not affect the tissues surrounding it and does not spread to the other parts of the body. The precancerous tumor grows rapidly but does not harm the surrounding tissues or other parts of the body.</p>
<p>The most dangerous is the malignant tumor as it not only grows rapidly but also harms the surrounding tissues and spread to other parts of the body. Therefore, if your biopsy results show that growth is malignant then you should take immediate steps in consultation with your doctor for removal of the tumor. Mostly doctors use radiation therapy or chemotherapy for eradicating these types of extra growth.</p>
<p>However, many types of latest prostate cancer drug have brought great changes in the treatment of this disease. Moreover, the use of medicines along with hormonal therapy helps a patient to get a cure for his problem without bearing the traumatic side effects of radiation or chemotherapy that adds to his suffering along with the pain and suffering of the disease.</p>
<p>Nowadays, most of the people are turning towards natural methods of curing this disease. As the use of natural products, not only help to cure the disease but also strengthens the immune system in the body and prevent its recurrence. Therefore, natural prostate cancer drug made from flaxseeds or omega three fatty acids has gained popularity and preference for treating this disease.</p>
<p>Moreover, treatment has become easier with the discovery of prostate cancer drug that reduce the production of testosterone required for the growth of cancer cells. This reduction of testosterone not only restricts the growth and spread of the cancer cells but also helps in eliminating them. Moreover, clinical tests have proved that most of the medicines whether taken orally or in the form of injection is safe for human use.</p>
<p>Therefore, as an ageing male never ignore the importance of the regular tests conducted for detection of the disease. If by chance any of your results give indication about any kind of extra growth in the prostate then you should undergo biopsy test to verify whether the prostate tumor is benign, or precancerous or malignant and accordingly take curative steps.</p>
<p>More interesting stuff on <a href="http://www.onprostatecancer.com/" target="_blank">Prostate Tumor</a> and similar subjects is available at OnProstateCancer.com. You will also be in the right place for all Prostate Cancer Drug queries and related matters. Click on a link now !</p>
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		<title>A Brief Description About Prostate Enlargement And Methods to Maintain a Healthy Prostate</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 12 Nov 2011 16:12:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Christopher Kuntz</dc:creator>
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Problems arising in the prostate gland of men may sometimes lead to awkward conditions and particularly to those men who are affected by prostate cancer because this is the most serious condition which when untreated in the early stages might lead to death. Majority of the issues related to prostate are caused mainly due to [...]]]></description>
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<p>Problems arising in the prostate gland of men may sometimes lead to awkward conditions and particularly to those men who are affected by prostate cancer because this is the most serious condition which when untreated in the early stages might lead to death. Majority of the issues related to prostate are caused mainly due to the enlargement of the prostate and not maintaining a healthy prostate. These kinds of problems will increase as the age of the people increases. More than ninety percentages of men in the entire world have these problems in their old age and experience problems.</p>
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<p>Males who are more than fifty years of age have the problem of enlarged prostate which is otherwise known as BPH (i. e. Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia). The chances of enlargement of prostate are more with men as they grow old. The above said condition is not so dangerous or a type of cancer, anyway if this condition is not treated in a proper way then this might be a root cause for various health issues such as urinary infections, damaging of kidney, bladder stones or urinary retention. This is a type of modification which usually occurs in aged persons.</p>
<p>The possibilities of enlarged prostate are higher if you have discomfort in urination. If you want to know whether you are affected with prostate enlargement then you can do a self check with the help of various prostate symptoms. Some of these symptoms are having a sense of urinating again after you have done, always searching or worrying to spot a toilet nearby, having discomfort in the groin, your flow of urine is not continuous, feeling pain during the urinating time, your bladder will not sense empty after urinating, you might want to go to urinate for many times in a single night and finally having family antiquity of prostate problems.</p>
<p>If you are affected by any of the previously mentioned symptoms and if you are a middle aged person (i. e. aged between thirty to fifty) then there are more possibilities of having prostate enlargement. Anyhow there is no reason to be afraid of these symptoms since there are more treatments available to this and also many kinds of prostate diet is available to maintain a healthy prostate.</p>
<p>In the present scenario, many types of treatments such as surgical and non surgical, medication and natural treatments and also some therapeutic treatments like prostate massage are available to tackle this condition. Anyway, the type of treatment to be used is based upon the nature of the symptom. In order to cure this condition various prostate medication are present which involves natural ingredients such as extracts of pollen grains. In reality number of clinical tests has been conducted on both human beings and animals by using the extracts of pollen grains and all the tests have confirmed that pollen extracts helps in a great way to maintain a healthy prostate.</p>
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		<title>How to Keep a Healthy Prostate &#8211; Exercises For Prostate Health</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 09 Nov 2011 16:12:45 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Christopher Kuntz</dc:creator>
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<p>The prostate gland sits below the bladder and is an important part of a male body. Most men don&#8217;t give any importance to maintaining prostate health which leads to a number of prostate related problems in men. Incorporating some simple exercise into your daily routine will help keep the prostate healthier and also prevent many problems associated with the gland such as involuntary urination and prostate cancer.</p>
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<p><strong>Lunges</strong></p>
<p>Lunges works out your glutes, hamstrings, prostate, quads and calf muscles. They are more effective when combined with exercises like squats. The routine starts with you standing straight with one leg forward and the other backward. Holding a comfortable weight, slowly move the front knee downwards to a 90 degree position. Keep your back straight and look straight forward. Hold this position for at least 10 seconds, ease your weight back on your heels and push yourself slowly back to the position you started in. repeat 12 to 16 times and then switch legs. This exercise should be done just once or twice every week and you will need to do 2-3 set per leg.</p>
<p><strong>Squats</strong></p>
<p>Squats, like the lunges, work your hamstrings, calves, glutes and quads. They also strengthen the muscles around the prostate gland. Stronger muscles in this area can help prevent involuntary urination. Start with your feet apart and standing straight. Keep your feet hip-width apart and the toes should point straight. Tightly pull in your abs and ensure your thighs are parallel to the ground. When bending, 90 degrees is the maximum you should bend. The exercise should be repeated 12-16 daily.</p>
<p><strong>Yoga</strong></p>
<p>Yoga can help keep the prostrate fit and healthy. Certain yoga postures such as Seated Sun and Knee Squeeze increase the flow of blood into the groin and pelvic muscles. There are yoga postures similar to regular pelvic floor exercises that can strengthen the muscles in the lower body and help prevent problems related to the urinary system such as dribbling of urine and pain while passing urine.</p>
<p><strong>Pelvic Floor Exercise</strong></p>
<p>The pelvic floor exercise works the muscles by contracting and relaxing them rhythmically. While relaxing the muscles all you need to do is leave the muscles. This routine can be repeated several times. It is necessary keep the muscles tight, as hard as you can, and allowing the muscles to relax completely afterwards.</p>
<p><strong>Miracle Exercise</strong></p>
<p>There are some exercises considered to be the &#8220;miracle prostate exercise&#8221; and claims to cure several health issues. These exercises will strengthen the prostate muscles and keep the organ healthy. To start the routine, stand up, inhale and exhale deeply. Exhale fully when you take the last breath and then suck in your stomach. Holding the position, squeeze your body&#8217;s to promote blood flow. You will feel all the muscles between your pubic area and chest lifting. Now relax and inhale, allowing your torso to return to normal. This routine can be repeated 3-5 times every day but remember to wait a minute or two before each repetition.</p>
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		<title>My Battle With Prostate Cancer</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 08 Nov 2011 16:09:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Christopher Kuntz</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I have a chronic problem with kidney stones.  It was because of this problem that I received a blessing in disguise.  While I was seeing my urologist for a scan on pain from a kidney stone, he found some abnormalities.  He first noticed that I had a double hernia and also an enlarged prostate.   After the hernia surgery, I went back to the urologist to get a psa test.</p>
<p>PSA stands for Prostate specific antigen.  Although I&#8217;m not a doctor,  I learned that it can detect different issues with the prostate. The first is prostatitus.  This is some type of infection or inflammation in the pelvic region. The second is an enlarged prostate or BPH which causes difficult urination.  Lastly, psa can detect prostate cancer.  I have had difficulty urinating for a few years, so I thought for sure that I simply had BPH.<span id="more-796"></span></p>
<p>The first psa test turned out to be 4.0 which is not considered to be that much out of the normal range for older men.  For a 47 year old, that is a high level so my doctor ordered another psa test.  The second test result was a little lower, but not enough for his satisfaction.  He scheduled me for a prostate biopsy.</p>
<p>A prostate biopsy does not take very long to complete, about 5-10 minutes.  With that being said, I don&#8217;t think that it would be something that you want to have repeated.  An ultrasound probe is inserted into the rectum.  This was the most uncomfortable part of the exam for me.  After this a couple of needles are inserted through the intestines to numb when the samples are taken.  Several samples are taken of the prostate depending on how large it is.  I had twelve samples.  While the biopsy is being done you will hear a snapping noise as each sample is taken.  After talking to a number of men about this procedure, some said it wasn&#8217;t bad at all and others said it was somewhat painful.</p>
<p>I received a call from my doctor to tell me that one of the core samples had cancer.  They gave me what was called a Gleason Score.  The higher the score, the more serious the condition.  Your doctor will fully advise you on what your Gleason Score means for you.  I would like to say at this point please do not panic. Prostate cancer is slow growing, so you will have some time to evaluate what is the best course of treatment for you.</p>
<p>There are several types of treatment for prostate cancer.  Ultimately, it is up to you to decide what you want to do.  In my opinion, younger men would do well with surgery first.  Typically surgery can cure you with high results at a young age.  It is much harder to do surgery after radiation.  For older men, radiation may be the best course if the cancer is in its early stages.  Again, your doctor will go over the many choices of how to treat your prostate cancer.</p>
<p>After doing a lot of research,  I chose the da Vinci robotic prostatectomy.  This is where the prostate is removed by robotic means.  It is also not as invasive.  Again, after much research I decided on the Vanderbilt clinic in Nashville, Tennessee.  It was fairly close &#8211; not quite a four hour drive.  I would suggest that this be something that you need spend your time carefully considering.   Find a surgeon who is well qualified.</p>
<p>My surgery was planned approximately eight weeks after my biopsy.  Generally surgeons will not operate until this much time after the biopsy to give the prostate time to heal.  I drove to Nashville with my wife the day before to go through preop.   They will go over the prep for surgery.  The night before is the unpleasant part of prepping which includes drinking some nasty tasting stuff to get your system flushed out.</p>
<p>On the day of surgery, you will meet with your doctor and several other folks, possibly including interns and nurses.  To be honest, after they gave me a sedative I don&#8217;t remember anything until I woke up. You will not be  able to drink anything for almost 24 hours.  At least that was the procedure at Vanderbilt.  You will also must be able to use the bathroom and walk before you can be discharged.</p>
<p>Four Phases of my recovery:</p>
<p>1. Feeling better from surgery.  You will be given medications to help with the pain.  The first three or four days I needed to take the medications.  In fact, day two was the hardest for me.  I don&#8217;t know if it was because of the fact that I got into a car and traveled 250 miles the day after surgery, or if it was from the residual effects of the general anesthesia wearing off.  After this time, I still occasionally needed a pain pill up to about two weeks after surgery.<br />
2. Getting the catheter out.  Most men have their catheter in for 10-14 days.  Mine was in for 11 days.  It is not painful, but more of a drudgery carrying it around everywhere you go.  It needs to be cleaned and emptied fairly often, assuming that you are drinking lots of water.  Going to the bathroom can also be painful as some urine or blood may leak out around the tube.<br />
3. Gaining urinary control.  You will likely need to wear some type of pad in your underwear  to catch any leaking urine.  This is a gradual process which may take several weeks or months after the catheter is taken  out.  Doing Kegel exercises may help speed this process up.  I had pain urinating for an additional two to three weeks.<br />
4. Regaining sexual function.  This will vary with age, how much nerve tissue was saved during surgery, how sexually active you were before surgery amongst other factors.  This is the part of surgery that takes the longest healing time.  Some type of medication for male enhancement will be given to help stimulate blood supply so that you can become sexually active again.  Some men may not respond well to the medications and will need to explore other avenues that your doctor can share more about.</p>
<p>Recovering from prostate surgery takes time.  As some of the pain goes away, other areas may start hurting.  This may or may not be normal.  Check with your doctor.  Everyone is different.  Some heal much faster than others.  Don&#8217;t be discouraged if your progress isn&#8217;t as fast as you would like.  The golf or tennis game can wait a little while longer.  All importantly, find some other men who have gone through this process already.  A word of encouragement or prayer can go a long way.</p>
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		<title>Prostate Enlargement Causes And Complications And Treatment of Benign Enlarged Prostate</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 03 Nov 2011 16:13:49 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Christopher Kuntz</dc:creator>
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<p>Benign means non-cancerous. Many things, including prostate cancer and prostatitis can cause an enlarged prostate. This factsheet is just about enlarged prostate caused by BPH.<br /> The prostate is a gland that produces the liquid part of semen (the fluid produced when you ejaculate). It&#8217;s about the size of a walnut and lies at the base of your bladder.</p>
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<p>The front of your prostate surrounds your urethra &#8211; the tube that carries urine from your bladder and out through your penis. Any change in the size or shape of your prostate can narrow this tube, making it difficult for you to pass urine.</p>
<p>If you have BPH, a rapid growth in the cells in your prostate can lead to growth of your prostate gland. Not all men with BPH will develop an enlarged prostate.</p>
<p>Symptoms of enlarged prostate can include:<br /> 1. A weak or slow urinary stream<br /> 2. A feeling of incomplete bladder emptying<br /> 3. Difficulty starting urination<br /> 4. Frequent urination<br /> 5. Urgency to urinate<br /> 6. Getting up frequently at night to urinate<br /> 7. A urinary stream that starts and stops<br /> 8. Straining to urinate<br /> 9. Continued dribbling of urine<br /> 10. Returning to urinate again minutes after finishing</p>
<p>Complications of benign enlarged prostate<br /> In some men, enlarged prostate can lead to more serious problems, such as the following.</p>
<p>Urinary retention. This means you are unable to urinate at all. If this develops suddenly (acute urinary retention) and you have pain in your lower abdomen (tummy), seek urgent medical attention. If it develops gradually (chronic urinary retention), you may start to develop symptoms such as a swollen abdomen and passing urine involuntarily, for example in your sleep. Urinary retention can be treated in hospital by inserting a thin tube (catheter) into your bladder to drain the urine.</p>
<p>Read more on <a href="http://www.herbalcureindia.com/male-health/benign-prostatic-hyperplasia.htm" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">http://www.herbalcureindia.com/male-health/benign-prostatic-hyperplasia.htm</a></p>
<p>Recurrent urinary tract infections. You may develop frequent urinary tract infections because you are unable to empty your bladder properly. See your GP if you have symptoms such as pain when passing urine, needing to urinate more often than usual, pain in your lower abdomen or cloudy urine.</p>
<p>Bladder stones. Bladder stones may form if you are unable to empty your bladder. You may have pain in your lower abdomen or find it painful to urinate. Bladder stones sometimes pass on their own, or you may need surgery to remove them.</p>
<p>Treatment<br /> The choice of a treatment is based on the severity of your symptoms, the extent to which they affect your daily life, and the presence of any other medical conditions. Treatment options include &#8220;watchful waiting,&#8221; lifestyle changes, medication, or surgery.</p>
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<p>If you are over 60, you are more likely to have symptoms. But many men with an enlarged prostate have only minor symptoms. Self-care steps are often enough to make you feel better.<br /> If you have BPH, you should have a yearly exam to monitor the progression of your symptoms and determine if any changes in treatment are necessary.</p>
<p>SELF-CARE<br /> For mild symptoms:<br /> 1. Urinate when you first get the urge. Also, go to the bathroom when you have the chance, even if you don&#8217;t feel a need to urinate.<br /> 2. Avoid alcohol and caffeine, especially after dinner.<br /> 3. Don&#8217;t drink a lot of fluid all at once. Spread out fluids throughout the day. Avoid drinking fluids within 2 hours of bedtime.<br /> 4. Try NOT to take over-the-counter cold and sinus medications that contain decongestants or antihistamines. These medications can increase BPH symptoms.<br /> 5. Keep warm and exercise regularly. Cold weather and lack of physical activity may worsen symptoms.<br /> 6. Learn and perform Kegel exercises (pelvic strengthening exercises).<br /> 7. Reduce stress. Nervousness and tension can lead to more frequent urination.</p>
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		<title>Green Light Surgery For Prostate Enlargement</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2011 16:13:46 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Christopher Kuntz</dc:creator>
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<p>Normally urine flows from the Bladder through the urethra, but flow of urine can potentially be blocked from an obstruction in the urethra. Men with benign prostatic hyperplasia and they have difficulty in passing urine. Enlargement of prostate gland increases in course of a lifetime putting pressure on the prostatic urethra. It may become more annoying to men and be difficult to control urine. Men may start leaking even when the urinary bladder contains small amount of urine.</p>
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<p>Few of the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia includes</p>
<p>(a)Difficulty while starting to urinate<br />(b) Straining while trying to urinate<br />(c) Dribbling of urine<br />(d) Frequent urination<br />(e) Flow of urine with low pressure<br />(f) Starting to urinate minutes after passing urine<br />(e) Urinating during night frequently<br />(f) A feel of incomplete bladder emptying</p>
<p>Drugs for prostate enlargement are prescribed during the initial stage of the disease, but during the latter stage of disease, urinary bladder muscles become stronger and thicker. This leads to urine remaining completely in the bladder. It may not respond to drugs and the symptoms do not alleviate, at this stage surgery or other treatment option is required to have a complete cure.</p>
<p>Green light laser is used to treat patient suffering with enlargement of prostate gland or Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia. It is an invasive procedure that evaporates the prostate tissue completely, but there are many complications that arise during this procedure. High power laser energy is used to dissolve the prostate tissue, the rays are absorbed by the prostate tissue and it is followed by the complete vaporization and removal of the tissue. Green light is a risky procedure that causes various unwanted side effects and worsens the body condition than the previous state.</p>
<p>Green light laser procedure:</p>
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<p>Patients are administered either spinal anesthetic or general anesthetic during the procedure. Type of anesthesia that has to be administered is determined by the urologist or anesthetists. Under anesthesia a scope will be inserted into prostate and urinary bladder through the external opening urethra. Patient could feel the pain and may bleed even under anesthesia. The scope consists of the green light laser fiber. Treatment lasts for 1-2 hours and hospitalization is needed.</p>
<p>There are so many side effects that can occur as a result of the treatment. It includes</p>
<p>(a) Pain after the procedure<br />(b) Patient cannot control the flow of urine<br />(c) Leakage of urine without control<br />(d) Less intense orgasm<br />(e) Premature ejaculation<br />(f) Lack of sex drive<br />(g) Frequent bathroom visits</p>
<p>You can avoid enlargement of prostate gland and keep off the risks involved in green light laser procedure at an early stage by taking proactive steps in your health as outlined in the PSA ZERO Program.</p>
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		<title>Vaporization of Prostate And Iatrogenic Effects</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 22 Oct 2011 16:14:26 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Christopher Kuntz</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Prostate gland plays a major role in the male reproductive system. Prostate enlargement occurs both in young and old men as a result of various factors such genetics or heredity, diet, lifestyle, etc. Based upon a recent statistics report one out of eight men are affected by prostate problems, they have either a benign prostatic [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Prostate gland plays a major role in the male reproductive system. Prostate enlargement occurs both in young and old men as a result of various factors such genetics or heredity, diet, lifestyle, etc. Based upon a recent statistics report one out of eight men are affected by prostate problems, they have either a benign prostatic hyperplasia (BHP) or an enlarged prostate gland. Most men are not well aware of the early signs associated with this disease while some feel uncomfortable to share their condition with others.</p>
<p>The most common problem men encounter is the enlargement of the prostate or the benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Luckily the tumor is not cancerous but affects most men between the ages of 60-80. More than 50 percent of men of this age group are affected by prostatitis or inflammation of the prostate gland. Risk of prostate problem increases with the age of men especially after the age of 50. As men get older more complications arises from the prostate gland.</p>
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<p>Vaporization procedure of prostate</p>
<p>Vaporization is an invasive procedure for prostate enlargement or benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Before the vaporization procedure, the physician examines the size of the prostate gland by rectal examination which is a subjective finding. Computed tomography and transrectal ultrasound are also used to evaluate the size of enlarged prostate gland.</p>
<p>Patient is administered anesthesia to overcome any pain during the procedure. Under telescopic guidance an electrode is passed into the patient&#8217;s prostatic channel. During the procedure a vaporizer is used to produce high electrical source and the unwanted tissue present in the prostate gland is made to melt or vaporize, treated area of the patient is sealed completely to prevent further infection. The average cost of the procedure varies from $2,200-$3,000.</p>
<p>Side effects after vaporization procedure</p>
<p>Impotence &#8211; Difficulty in reaching a complete erection or erection fails within few seconds</p>
<p>Urgency &#8211; Increased frequency and unusual urination feeling</p>
<p>Decreased sexual desire: Overall sexual desire of the patient gets decreased and he may not have any sexual urge.</p>
<p>Retrograde ejaculation- Semen which is naturally directed to the urethra is redirected to the urinary Bladder.</p>
<p>PSA ZERO™ educational program can help you make imperative decisions for your prostate health. Before you undergo the vaporization procedure it is good to know well about the anatomy, physiology and function of prostate gland. By having a complete knowledge about the side effects of procedure. You can prevent the hassle of leading a miserable life with impotence and retrograde ejaculation.</p>
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		<title>Prevent Enlarged Prostate With Simple Lifestyle Changes</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 13 Oct 2011 16:11:56 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Christopher Kuntz</dc:creator>
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Men in the age group of 50 are most prone to prostate cancer. According to a recent report more than 30000 American men die of this deadly disease every year. Here in this article we are going to discuss some very simple and effective ways which can protect you from facing any type of prostate [...]]]></description>
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<p>Men in the age group of 50 are most prone to prostate cancer. According to a recent report more than 30000 American men die of this deadly disease every year. Here in this article we are going to discuss some very simple and effective ways which can protect you from facing any type of prostate problems</p>
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<p> Healthy Diet<br /> A healthy diet can keep your prostate healthy for life. Most American men munch and survive on junk food which results in uneasy health conditions like obesity and an unhealthy prostate gland. Avoid eating excessive dairy products, stay away from coffee, alcohol, smoking and try to eat home cooked food as often as you can.</p>
<p> Take  Sitz Bath<br /> Sitz bath is a hot water bath which is taken by immersing only the buttocks and hips in water. Sit in the water for 30 minutes so that the heat can reach the prostate. After you have finished spray the area with as much cold water as you can. It acts like a sponge and helps in clearing the prostate of all toxins and moving the stagnant blood.</p>
<p> Take Herbal Supplements<br /> There are a number of herbal supplements available in the market which support optimal prostate health. Let us discuss some of the herbs which are effective in treating prostate problems.</p>
<p> Green Tea<br /> It has the ability to kill cancer cells and leave the healthy ones. It is a very effective herbal remedy but do not drink it in excess as it contains caffeine. </p>
<p> Saw Palmetto<br /> This herb has shrinking properties and is well known to shrink an enlarged prostate and also lower PSA levels.</p>
<p> Nettle Extract<br /> It is a rich source of vitamin c and other vital nutrients which help in promoting optimal prostate health.</p>
<p> These were some of the tips and supplements which you can take to keep your prostate healthy for life.</p>
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		<title>Recovering From Robotic Prostate Surgery</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 04 Oct 2011 16:14:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Christopher Kuntz</dc:creator>
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<p>Whenever you hear the words &#8220;you have prostate cancer&#8221; the first thing you may think &#8220;how long do I have to live?&#8221; However, with all of the treatments and surgical techniques available today, that doomsday sentiment needs to be changed to &#8220;what are we going to do to fix it and how long will I be out of circulation?&#8221; That&#8217;s because robotic prostate surgery and other treatments have changed the game completely.</p>
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<p>Caught early enough, virtually any cancer is survivable with a very good quality of life afterwards and prostate cancer is no different. While very early stages are best treated with radiation, surgery is still an option. Having robotic prostate surgery as one of those options can makes a huge difference in deciding your treatment. Surgical procedures have improved to the point where, with robots, a very small incision is made and the prostate removed. In years past, this required very invasive surgery since the incision had to be large enough for a doctor to get a hand inside.</p>
<p>Recovery from prostate surgery used to be very painful and long term as so much damage had to be done to get to the prostate. This was not only painful but due to the location of the prostate, could be a difficult recovery as mobility is limited. Thankfully, with the advent of robots capable of doing prostate as well as other abdominal surgeries, much of this discomfort is eliminated due to the fact that excising the prostate from a small incision heals much faster.</p>
<p>Another benefit of a small incision and minimal invasion you get with robotic prostate surgery is the fact that the pain involved during the recover process is significantly reduced. This means that the patient requires less pain medication and can begin walking and exercising much sooner than with traditional surgery. Instead of being forced to stay in bed for days, or even weeks, a patient treated with robotic prostate surgery may actually be up and around the very next day.</p>
<p>Ten years ago, prostate cancer meant a huge change in a person&#8217;s life. Odds of survival weren&#8217;t very good and treatment was painful and difficult. However, with all the new technologies in place, thankfully those days are long gone. Even with robotic surgery to remove the prostate, a person can be restored to a normal, healthy lifestyle in a matter of months. Not only can prostate cancer be survived, but it can be little more than a &#8216;bump&#8217; in the road of life. If you&#8217;ve been diagnosed with prostate cancer, take a look at robotic prostate surgery and see if that option will be your best option.</p>
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		<title>Enlarged Prostate Causes and Treatment and Home Remedies for Enlarged Prostate</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 25 Sep 2011 16:12:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Christopher Kuntz</dc:creator>
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<p>The prostate is a male reproductive gland that produces the fluid that carries sperm during ejaculation. It surrounds the urethra, the tube through which urine passes out of the body.</p>
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<p>An enlarged prostate means the gland has grown bigger. Prostate enlargement happens to almost all men as they get older. As the gland grows, it can press on the urethra and cause urination and bladder problems.</p>
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<p>An enlarged prostate is often called benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or benign prostatic hypertrophy. It is not cancer, and it does not raise your risk for prostate cancer.</p>
<p>Causes<br /> The actual cause of prostate enlargement is unknown. Factors linked to aging and the testicles themselves may play a role in the growth of the gland. Men who have had their testicles removed at a young age (for example, as a result of testicular cancer) do not develop BPH.<br /> Similarly, if the testicles are removed after a man develops BPH, the prostate begins to shrink in size.</p>
<p>Some facts about prostate enlargement:<br /> 1. The likelihood of developing an enlarged prostate increases with age.<br /> 2. BPH is so common that it has been said all men will have an enlarged prostate if they live long enough.<br /> 3. A small amount of prostate enlargement is present in many men over age 40 and more than 90% of men over age 80.<br /> 4. No risk factors have been identified other than having normally functioning testicles.</p>
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<p>Signs &amp; Symptoms<br /> Many men with an enlarged prostate have no symptoms. Common symptoms may include the following:<br /> 1. Blood in the urine (i.e. haematuria), caused by straining to void.<br /> 2. Dribbling after voiding.<br /> 3. Feeling that the bladder has not emptied completely after urination.<br /> 4. Frequent urination, particularly at night (i.e. nocturia).<br /> 5. Leakage of urine (i.e. overflow incontinence).<br /> 6. Recurrent, sudden, urgent need to urinate.</p>
<p>How to Cure an Enlarged Prostate<br /> 1. Take Saw Palmetto. For minor cases and for overall prostate health, the herb Saw Palmetto has been found effective in reducing enlarged prostate glands. Extracts are available in pill form with 1 to 2 capsules per day recommended.<br /> 2. Add Zinc Supplements. A deficiency of this mineral in the body has been linked to prostate abnormalities, including enlargement. Available as dietary supplements, take 30-100 milligrams daily per package instructions.<br /> 3. Get a Physician&#8217;s Prescription. For moderate cases of enlarged prostate, your doctor may prescribe medications like the Alpha Blockers Hytrin, Cardura or Flomax or the Enzyme Inhibitors Proscar or Avodart. These drugs shrink the prostate, restoring ease in urination.<br /> 4. Undergo Prescribed Therapies. When medications prove unsuccessful, your physician will advance you to treatments like microwave or laser therapies, stents or needle ablations to enlarge the urethra which will make it easier to urinate.<br /> 5. Schedule Surgery. As a final result, when all other treatment methods have failed, surgery becomes necessary, especially if you have developed bladder stones, kidney damage or are afflicted with frequent urinary tract infections. Options include prostatectomy, laser surgery or trans-urethral incision or resection.</p>
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