Medical Tests & Medical Treatment Options for Male Prostate Gland Enlargement
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Medical tests for Male Prostate Gland Enlargement
- The Digital Rectum Exam (DRE).
This is the benchmark for diagnosing male prostate enlargement (BPH). By inserting a gloved finger into the man’s rectum, the physician can determine the size and condition of the male prostate gland.
- A Standard Urine Test.
This test screens for infection/blood. At the same time, this also checks for kidney disease.
- The Bladder Ultrasound.
This is a simple non-invasive procedure that the physician can conduct in his clinic. The test determines whether any urine is left in the bladder after urination. A large amount of remaining urine would indicate an enlarged male prostate gland prohibiting complete emptying of the bladder.
- A Prostate Ultrasound.
This procedure estimates the size of the male prostate gland with the use of state-of-the-art software.
- A Uroflow.
This is a simple test that measures the strength of a man’s urine stream when he urinates into a container. A strong, non-hesitant flow would indicate a healthy male prostate gland. A weak, hesitant flow would indicate a certain degree of male prostate gland enlargement.
Medical Treatment Options for Male Prostate Gland Enlargement (with Erectile Dysfunction/Impotence)
If you have been diagnosed with male prostate gland enlargement (BPH), and you also experience erectile dysfunction, there are some medical treatment options available:
- Two FDA approved drugs, Inasteride (Proscar) and Terazosin (Hytrin), prevent male prostate proliferation (new prostate cell growth responsible for male prostate gland enlargement)
- There are numerous drugs (EDDs) available today that promote erections by increasing blood flow to the penis. It is advisable to consult your physician for the best drug to use.
- Prostaglandin E1 can help with producing an erection. This product is injected into the base of the penis prior to sex.
- Vacuum devices placed around the entire penis prior to sex can help create an erection.
- A prostheses or penile implant can help a man in achieving an erection.
Should your physician advise you to undergo surgery to remove your male prostate gland, be aware that you will most likely experience erectile dysfunction immediately following the surgery.
All said and done, there is nothing like prevention and natural remedies if this route can be taken and invasive surgery and drugs avoided.
However, it must be said that in some cases, surgery is very necessary and drugs can help although there are always side effects to invasive surgery and the use of drug therapy.
In all cases, you should consult your physician for competent advice on surgery and medical drug therapy.
However, if you can exercise prevention and use natural means and methods, this would seem the best way forward with these male prostate challenges.
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