The secrets men cannot tell

Understanding the unique characteristics of men - the prostate gland

The prostate gland, also known as the prostate, is a gland located at the base of the bladder and surrounds the urethra. Its main function is to secrete prostatic fluid, which enters the urethra along with ejaculation and mixing with sperm and secretions from the seminal vesicles to form the semen. As men age, they may experience hyperplasia of the prostate gland, which is known as the prostatic hyperplasia. Generally, most of such symptoms are "benign" cellular hyperplasia, but they require definitive treatment and regular follow-up inspections to avoid further health problems.

Common symptoms of prostatic hyperplasia

According to the survey, around 50% of men over the age of 50 have urinary symptoms, and greater chances of occurrence happen to men of higher ages, while almost all men over the age of 80 have problems related to prostatic hyperplasia.
Under normal circumstances, the prostate gland is as large as a walnut; if the prostatic hyperplasia occurs, it will swell to twice as large as the size of a pear. Due to its location in the body, it would even compress of the bladder and urethra, causing problems such as interrupted urination, slow urination, frequent urination and urinary urgency; if the prostate gland is overly compressed to the bladder, it will create urinary storage symptoms, such as urgent urination and frequent urination phenomenon, there may also be acute urinary incontinence. Therefore, the prostatic hypertrophy will not only increase the chance of urethra infections, but also significantly decrease the quality of life and deeply affect the socializing conditions.

Face the health warnings from your body

　　 The possible causes of prostatic hyperplasia include genetics, age, hormonal changes and obesity. Although the real causes are not clear, we can still prevent it through the adjustment of lifestyles and diets. In terms of diets, we can take more fruits containing lycopene, or other vegetables and cereals, which contain vitamins and antioxidants to help the physiological function, with exercises accelerating the improvement of prostatic hyperplasia; if prostatic hyperplasia related problems already exist, it is recommended to stick to low-fat, low-calorie diets as much as possible, and avoid spicy, stimulating food. Appropriate deeds to quit smoking, reduce alcohol consumption and maintain a regular lifestyle is also very important.
If the problem of prostatic hyperplasia persists for a long time and does not improve, make sure to follow the treatment of professional doctors. There have been many treatments nowadays to help improve the symptoms, so take up action and positively fight back the body disease to live a happy and comfortable life!

Small tips to prevent prostatic hyperplasia

1. Balanced diet: More consumption of fruits containing lycopene, such as tomatoes and watermelons.
2. Regular exercise: 30 minutes of exercise every day.
3. Avoid stimulating food: Spicy food, alcohol, smoking.
4. Reduce chances of staying up late: Irregular life cycle would easily cause physiological malfunction.