subject: Preventing Prostate Impotence [print this page] Are you worried that your prostate problems can progress into prostate impotence? Are you afraid that it may affect your personal life as well as your sexual life? Prostate enlargement can indeed result into impotence. How will you prevent it?
Prostate enlargement is the most common of all the prostate problems. It is the reason why men who reach 40 come to visit their doctors. Prostate enlargement is also known as Benign Prostate Hyperplasia or BPH in medical terms. This condition comes together with age and is non-cancerous. But as it becomes severe, there is a possible risk for prostate cancer and impotence.
The prostate is a small, walnut-shaped gland which lies in front of the urethra. As it enlarges, it can narrow and block the urethra, thus difficulty in urinating can occur. In severe cases, there is a complete blockage and there is no urination at all.
In serious cases of prostate enlargement, men are more likely to have urinary tract infection. This is due to the urinary stasis which can harbor a lot of bacteria. Bacteria in large amounts can affect the bladder, the urethra and going up to the kidneys. A kidney failure may occur if the problem is ignored.
In BPH, diminished libido or decrease in sexual desire can also develop. This is because of the pain felt when having sexual intercourse and the decrease in sperm production. It can later lead into prostate impotence.
There are several managements available for BPH. These are medicines, natural or home remedies, prostate maintenance, herbal supplements and surgery. Surgery is for the severe cases of BPH. The risk for surgery is having a more serious infection and a high risk for being impotent. This procedure is only done when other options are not working.
BPH progression can also be prevented. Prevention for BPH can be determined by its risk factors. Risk factors include age, family history, medical conditions, diet and lifestyle. Age, family history and genetic factors cannot be change. But certain medical conditions can be alleviated. Diet and lifestyle can also be modified.
Men who reached the age of 40 are likely to have prostate problems. As they reach 60 years of age, there is a higher risk in having a prostate cancer. Having a family history with much larger prostate glands are more prone of having prostate problems. Decreasing the salt and cholesterol content on your diet will help slow the enlargement process of your prostate.
Men who are obese and who have diseases like hear problems and diabetes have higher chances of having BPH. This is because of the fluid retention capabilities of their disease. A decreased resistance in their immune system is also an indication.
Preventing prostate enlargement is making your life more enjoyable when you get old. Get your personal and sexual life back on track. Ask your doctor about it. Don't live a miserable life with a prostate impotence.
