Posts by Mehrdad Sadeghi
Which Prostate Supplement Can I Use For My Chronic Prostatitis?
Question: I am 28 years old and have been diagnosed with chronic prostatitis/CPPS for the last six months. I used a lot of antibiotics and other drugs with no complete result. I wanted to take some prostate health supplements, but I am confused about many different brands; what should I do? Answer: There are more…
Read MoreTesticular Cancer Awareness
Question: I am 23 years student; one of my colleagues has been recently diagnosed with testicular cancer. Since then, I have started worrying about myself; what are the first signs of a testicular tumor? Answer: Testicular cancer accounts for 1.2 percent of all cancers in males. According to the. One in every 263 men will…
Read MoreChronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome
Question: I am a 46-year-old driver who has been diagnosed with chronic prostate pain. I tried different conventional and natural therapy, but I still suffer from chronic pain in my pelvic region. What could other therapeutic modalities be of help to me? Answer: A multidisciplinary approach is the best approach to the management of prostatodynia…
Read MoreWhat is Uroflowmetry?
Question: I am 62, and I’ve been recently diagnosed with mild BPH. My doctors suggested Uroflowmety among others. I wanted to know what that is and how it can be of any help. Answer: Uroflowmetry measures the urine. It tracks how fast urine flows, how much flows out, and how much it takes. It is…
Read MoreThe Effects Of Herbs on Urine Flow in BPH
Many studies are showing the clear efficacy of these four natural herbs on BPH, 1- Beta-sitosterol A systematic review study comparing the effectiveness of B-sitosterols with placebo and standard BPH medications on 519 patients showed that in the beta-sitosterol group, there were significant changes in urologic symptom scale scores, and also in urodynamic measures…
Read MoreAnti-Inflammatory Diet
Question: I am a 62-year-old man; it’s been a while since I had chronic pelvic pain irradiating into my back area. I have been diagnosed with chronic prostatitis and some degree of chronic osteoarthritis. I am wondering which diet I should consider more. Answer: No matter your specific diagnosis, it is essential to stick to…
Read MoreHolistic Active Surveillance for Prostate Cancer
Question: I am a 67 years retiree man. I’ve recently been diagnosed with prostate cancer; after my preliminary medical and paramedical investigation, my doctor told me an active surveillance protocol would be appropriate. What is that, and could that be a good option? Answer: Evidence shows that early treatment with surgery or radiation prevents relatively…
Read MorePeyronie’s Disease
Question: I am a 60-year-old male with some hard plaque on my penis for the last 3motnhs. My doctor told me is Peyronie’s and I might need surgery. What are some non-surgical considerations for this disease ? Answer: Many men have a slight curve in their penis when erect, which can be completely normal and…
Read MoreShould People with Kidney Stones Take Magnesium?
Question: I have a history of kidney stones. Should I take a magnesium supplement for stone prevention? Answer: Although magnesium plays an essential role in the process of renal stone formation, there is no evidence for the routine use of magnesium supplementation for stone prevention. Magnesium is important for many different body functions. It is…
Read MoreAre Kidney Stones Inherited?
QUESTION: I am a 22-year-old man. My father has had dozens of kidney stones in recent years. I’ve always been concerned if I will follow in his path. I’m wondering if kidney stones are genetic and if there is anything I can do to prevent kidney stones. ANSWER: in general, People who have an immediate…
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