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Pain killers & BPH

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uncklefester
uncklefester

So today I have a stiff neck. I've been contemplating taking aspirin ,ibuprofen, acetaminophen etc. Then I got thinking this may aggravate my BPH. I looked online to see if there might ba a problem but didn't find much. Whats your experience with OTC pain killers and BPH

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  • hank1953
    hank1953 uncklefester

    Posted

       Ibuprofen seems to reduce my BPH symptoms, probably by reducing prostate inflammation. Hank
  • uncklefester
    uncklefester

    Posted

    Thanks for the replies fellas. 
  • carl91171
    carl91171 uncklefester

    Posted

    NSAIDs like ibuprofen, Aleve, Celebrex etc. can reduce inflammation in the prostate temporarily. There are studies showing that nighttime bathroom visits can be reduced with Celebrex. 
  • uncklefester
    uncklefester

    Posted

    I generally don't take any OTC pain killers. I think they are ore effective when I do take them. This stiff neck is killing me today though

    • hank1953
      hank1953 uncklefester

      Posted

      Unckle, This is a quote from Healthline :

      "Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)

      Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are popular pain relievers that have a conflicting relationship with BPH symptoms. On the one hand, some studies have found they shrink the prostate and improve urinary symptoms. On the other hand, research shows some NSAIDs can worsen urinary retention.

      Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) and aspirin are examples of NSAIDs."

        Basically, peeing easier (my experience) with more retention. Take it for your xxxx neck. 😁 Hank

      Hank

  • mark02906
    mark02906 uncklefester

    Posted

    Before I began my BPH treatment last year, I also developed a stiff neck.  To make a long story short, I tried physical therapy that was mostly massage initially, followed by light band and weight exercises to strengthen back and upper shoulder/neck muscles.  Also, they prescribed some stretches.  Mostly helped.  Other than the baby aspirin, I take every day, I try to avoid pain pills.  Everybody's different.  Good luck.

  • joe74831
    joe74831 uncklefester

    Posted

    Hey Unckle, it has been my experience that ALL of the affect the prostate. For me Tylenol is the worst, but even Ibuprofen, and Naproxen affect it. I guess its different for everyone but they do all seem to affect it, if you already have an enlarged prostate.  I took 2 Tylenol last night and could barely pee at 2 a.m. when I got up to go.

    Hopefully after my FLA on the 19th I can take anything lol.

    • uncklefester
      uncklefester joe74831

      Posted

      I decided not to take any pain relievers and let this stiff neck run its course. Thanks for the input fellas.
    • uncklefester
      uncklefester joe74831

      Posted

      Forgot to say Best of luck to you Joe for a successful procedure
    • joe74831
      joe74831 uncklefester

      Posted

      Thank you Sir. I am excited but very nervous. I am hoping its a good investment.
    • uncklefester
      uncklefester joe74831

      Posted

      Who is doing the procedure? Right now its looks like 70% of the men on this forum that have had it are doing great. The other 30% had other issues that FLA may not have been able to overcome.
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