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BPH and alternative treatment

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pablo73
pablo73

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
    arlington pablo73

    Posted

    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
    gmoney pablo73

    Posted

    beware the side effects of all these medications.  While some men can tolerate them; many find one or more side effects intolerable.  Know them before you start and monitor how you react.  

     

  • JerseyUrology
    JerseyUrology pablo73

    Posted

    You are quite young for this.

    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
      pablo73 JerseyUrology

      Posted

      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
    mark02906 pablo73

    Posted

    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"wink.  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.

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