BPH and alternative treatment
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I'm 44, fit, active, normal weight etc and been diagnosed with BPH.
Ive had tablets for prostititis, the cystoscopy (with a 'bonus' UTI given to me) and prescribed two different tablets (beta blockers). First set (Tamurex) made my blood pressure so low that I could hardly walk, second type (Terazosin) have had the effect of really hard erections overnight, but that results in embarrasing leakage!
I have stopped taking both because of these side effects.
So I am thinking about trying a herbal remedy Urostemol - anyone used it? Or heard anything good or bad about it?
Cheers guys!
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arlington pablo73
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Pablo,
I've tried most herbal remedies nd none have helped me.
Even if Urostemol is effective as intended, it doesn't seem to help you pee more easilt, which is what most men w/ BPH on this site need; rather, it appears to be designed to keep you from going. For BPH you may want to try alfuzosin or rapaflo.,
Best of luck!
gmoney pablo73
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JerseyUrology pablo73
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Has your urologist sized your prostate with ultrasound or had you have a uroflow or urocuff test?
Another possible medication to try would be alfuzosin, which is a generic medication.
The problem with all of these herbal medications is that they are not FDA approved, and have no research to study them- most likely do little to nothing for your health, but can greatly impact your wallet!
pablo73 JerseyUrology
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yeah...the doc and consultant say it's unusual for one so young (!).
I had an ultrasound last week and awaiting results/outcome...things happen slow in the UK.
Not had a urocuff test, so I will investigate that along with the suggested medication, but it might not be available here!
Thanks for the suggestions :-)
mark02906 pablo73
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My urologist has recommended an herbal saw palmetto for overall prostate health. I have been taking it for about 10 years (now 68). Consumers Report does not give it much credence. My PSA numbers have been in the 1-2 range. It costs me a $200/year. Is it worth it? Not sure.
I had a BPH procedure 10 years ago (need ablation called "TUNA"
. As my BPH returned 2-3 times a night bathroom trips, the urologist tried an Alpha blocker (tamsulosin generic for Flomax). I reacted badly to it. Really hurt my overall endurance. I had another procedure a few months ago that seemed to work ok (Urolift). But, there is no long term data on it yet. So I don't know when or if I will eventually need a follow up.