Prostate Health

Prostatitis does not always go away on its own. The short answer depends entirely on which type you have. Acute bacterial prostatitis almost never resolves without antibiotics. Chronic prostatitis sometimes improves without treatment but often returns. Nonbacterial prostatitis may come and go on its own, but symptoms can last for months. There is no single … Read more

Stimulating the prostate externally means putting gentle pressure on the perineum — the area between the scrotum and the anus. You do not need any penetration. A simple circular massage with a lubricated finger on this spot for a few minutes can provide pleasurable sensations and may help with certain health concerns. This area is … Read more

Two main types of prescription medicine can shrink an enlarged prostate: 5-alpha reductase inhibitors like finasteride (Proscar) and dutasteride (Avodart), and alpha-blockers like tamsulosin (Flomax) which relax prostate muscles but do not actually shrink the gland. Only the 5-alpha reductase inhibitors have been shown in clinical research to reduce prostate size over time, typically by … Read more

Yes, regular ejaculation through masturbation is linked to a lower risk of prostate cancer in several large studies. The evidence is strong enough that many urologists now consider it a real factor in prostate health, though it is not a guarantee or a treatment. The key question is not whether it helps, but how much … Read more

Prostate removal surgery changes erectile function for most men, but it does not automatically mean the end of a satisfying sex life. The truth is more complicated than the simple yes or no answer many online articles give you. What happens depends on the type of surgery, your health before the procedure, and what you … Read more

Most men should talk with their doctor about prostate screening starting at age 50. If you are Black or have a father or brother who had prostate cancer, start at age 45. If you have more than one close relative with prostate cancer, start at age 40. How often you get screened after that depends … Read more

If you are looking for the single best fruit for prostate health, the evidence points most clearly to pomegranate. Research published in peer-reviewed journals like Prostate Cancer and Prostatic Diseases has found that pomegranate juice and extracts slow the rise of PSA (prostate-specific antigen) in men with prostate cancer. No single fruit is a cure … Read more

Prostatitis is a painful and frustrating condition that affects millions of men, and for years the primary focus has been on infections and physical causes. But a growing body of research now points to a less obvious trigger: stress. The short answer is yes, stress can contribute to certain types of prostatitis, particularly chronic pelvic … Read more

Prostate massage is a procedure where the prostate gland is stimulated for medical or sexual purposes. You can get a prostate massage from a trained healthcare provider like a urologist or physical therapist, or you can do it yourself at home with proper guidance and hygiene. The method you choose depends on why you want … Read more

Jeffrey Epstein died in 2019 while awaiting trial on federal sex trafficking charges. The official cause of death was suicide by hanging. But rumors have spread online claiming his prostate was removed before his death. There is no credible evidence to support this claim. Medical records released after his death do not mention prostate removal. … Read more