How to prevent prostate enlargement

The prostate is a very important organ for men, and prostate diseases or prostate-related diseases are very easy to occur. Especially for the elderly, one of the conditions that is particularly prone to occur is prostate hypertrophy, that is, the increase in the size of the prostate. So how to prevent the increase in the size of the prostate?

Prevention methods for prostate enlargement: 1. Prevent colds and chills: In the cold winter, the symptoms of patients with prostate hyperplasia tend to worsen. Patients should keep warm in time to prevent colds and upper respiratory tract infections.

2. Avoid sitting for long periods of time and moving little: Sitting for long periods of time can cause congestion in the perineum and make urination difficult. Cultural and sports activities within one’s ability should be encouraged to help alleviate symptoms.

3. Do not hold urine: Holding urine will cause the bladder to be overfilled, weaken the tension of the bladder detrusor muscle, and even cause acute urinary retention. You should urinate as soon as you feel the urge to urinate and drink less water at night to avoid overfilling the bladder after falling asleep.

4. Drink water appropriately: Some patients are afraid to drink water due to frequent urination. In fact, drinking too little water can lead to dehydration, and concentrated urine can easily form stones. Drinking water during the day should not be restricted; the amount of water you drink can be reduced appropriately at night.

5. Strictly abstain from alcohol: Drinking alcohol can cause congestion of the bladder neck and prostate and lead to acute urinary retention, so it should be strictly prohibited.

6. Eat less spicy and irritating food: Patients with prostatic hyperplasia should eat less spicy and irritating food and fatty and sweet foods. It is better to eat light and easily digestible food, eat more vegetables, fruits, and keep the bowels smooth, which can alleviate the symptoms.

7. Use aphrodisiac foods and medicines with caution: such as chlorpromazine, doxepin, aminophylline, propranolol, solanine, furosemide, hydrating agent, diazepam, etc., to reduce the chance of prostate congestion.

8. Ride a bicycle less: Ride a bicycle as little as possible, because the bicycle seat can compress the prostate area in the upper urethra and aggravate the condition.

9. Good mood: Maintain a happy mood to reduce the occurrence of diseases.

10. Combine work and rest: Do not overwork. Excessive work will damage your vital energy. Insufficient vital energy will cause difficulty in urination and easily lead to urine retention.

11. Massage the lower abdomen: For prostate hyperplasia, you should often massage the lower abdomen and press the Qihai, Guanyuan and other acupoints under the umbilicus to restore bladder function. Applying a little pressure massage after urination can promote bladder emptying and reduce residual fluid.

12. Keep it clean: The male scrotum is highly elastic and secretes a lot of sweat. In addition, the genitals are poorly ventilated, which makes it easy for dirt to accumulate. Local bacteria often take advantage of this opportunity to enter. This can lead to prostatitis, prostate hypertrophy, and decreased sexual function. If you don't pay attention in time, it can be dangerous. Therefore, insisting on cleaning the perineum is an important part of preventing prostatitis.

The above are some of the methods we introduced today to prevent prostate enlargement. These methods are relatively practical, so people with prostate enlargement, especially elderly men, should also take precautions. Just follow the methods introduced above and stick to them to ensure your health.