How can you get enlarged prostate treated?

An enlarged prostate is the slow growth of the prostate gland, which is involved in the production of semen and reproductive function in men. The prostate wraps around the tube that transports urine out of the bladder. It is very common for the prostate gland to become enlarged as a man ages. An enlarged prostate is also known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). BPH is generally not caused by infection or cancer.

Enlarged prostate has obvious symptoms. Symptoms of enlarged prostate generally include the blockage of the urethra, a gradual loss of bladder function, and incomplete emptying of the bladder. The severity of the symptoms will vary from person to person and the symptoms may not be dependent on the size of the prostate.

Treatment of enlarged prostate include surgery and medicine. In general, surgery has its own risks. Surgical removal of the enlarged portion of the prostate is considered the best long-term option for treatment of enlarged prostate. Some forms of surgical treatment for enlarged prostate are associated with post-treatment complications, such as incontinence, bleeding, and changes in sexual function.

In addition to surgery, herbal remedy could be a better choice. Compared with surgery, herbal medicine may work slowly. But it can treat enlarged prostate thoroughly and doesn’t have any side effects. Diuretic and Anti-inflammatory Pill is a typical herbal medicine for enlarged prostate. In Diuretic and Anti-inflammatory Pill, materials such as polygonum aviculare, dianthus superbus, talc and plantago can clear heat and promot diuresis. Houttuynia can clear toxic materials. Safflower is able to promote blood circulation. There are also various pure herbs which can help patients improve physical conditioning in the meidicine.