recently i was in the hospital for a swollen prostate tell me ways to keep it from swelling again thans?
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Urinate when you first get the urge. Also, go to the bathroom when you have the chance, even if you don't feel a need to urinate. \nAvoid alcohol and caffeine, especially after dinner. \nDon't drink a lot of fluid all at once. Spread out fluids throughout the day. Avoid drinking fluids within 2 hours of bedtime. \nTry NOT to take over-the-counter cold and sinus medications that contain decongestants or antihistamines. These medications can increase BPH symptoms. \nKeep warm and exercise regularly. Cold weather and lack of physical activity may worsen symptoms. \nLearn and perform Kegel exercises (pelvic strengthening exercises). \nReduce stress. Nervousness and tension can lead to more frequent urination. \nMedications and antibiotics are also helpful of which your doctor should have mentioned.  As far as Saw Palmetto, a well-conducted study published in the February 9, 2006 edition of the New England Journal of Medicine found that this herb was no better than a dummy pill in relieving the signs and symptoms. Further studies are needed.
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Try to get an appt. with a urologist ASAP.  Drink H20 and cranberry juice in the meantime.
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keep it clean..also exercise helps
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Maybe you should check it out w/ the Dr. make sure you don't have an infection or pulled something.  My sister-in-law had one and she recommends wearing a girdle to hold your belly while you are recovering.
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If you have one you might want to wrap it with an ace bandage. If there is any swelling try an ice pack for about 15min. at a time. You can try Advil or Tylenol for the pain. If it doesn't start to get better within a couple of days you might want to go to your doctor and have them take X-Rays. Hope this helps and feel better fast!
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get a doctor..\nthats important\nmaybe a urinary infection..
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Be very conscience of your salt intake and drink lots of water.  Ask Doc when it is safe to start exercising again and try to get back into it as soon as possible.
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You should go to a Urologist. They can help.
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My brother went 3 days when he was in the hospital, flat on his back...he was in agony, and couldn't pee laying on his back...a soaking in warm water did the trick.
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The prostate gland is about the size of a walnut.  The problems associated with the swelling of the prostate include pressure on the urinary tract that causes the difficulty of urinating and can press on the bladder causing the need to urinate often.  Sao Palmetto is suppose to be an excellent supplement for prostate growth.
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If you want a medical opinion I would consult a doctor and get a prescription for diuretics.  I have always found that if I drastically reduce my salt intake and drink warm lemon water in the morning it works somewhat to cut down on the swelling.  If you drink a lot of soda pop that could be part of the problem too.
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They do not keep you in the hospital for near as long as they used to. Sometimes overnight is considered normal. As you are aware, this surgery usually effects your personal life but the Dr. will offer Viagra or similar medications provided that you do not have heart problems. The recovery period is not too bad although you will naturally be a bit tired at first and can still have some blood in the urine for a while yet. Hope all goes well ending the concern with the PSA tests!  I am going for surgery on Nov. 21st.
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R.I.C.E.\nRest: relative rest, avoid lifting any moderate to heavy weights with that arm\nIce: ice the Bicep for 15 minutes every hour\nCompression: wrap an ace wrap around the arm to control swelling\nElevation: elevate the arm above the heart level to control swelling\n\nSee your physician if it is a large tear.  You will need to rest and not play sports for a few weeks to allow it to heal.
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yeah you're supposed to ice it to keep swelling down...And you may as well take some advil as well.  The problem that you want to avoid is trying to kill the pain when you've got a more serious issue and you should really be in the hospital.  You're call.
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go to a dr. dont fool around with knees..they are tricky...use ice not heat...heat makes it swell..ice makes the pain and swelling go down
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Go to your GP and explain your problem. If he/she thinks it necessary, you will be referred to a urologist
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Drink Ultra Slim Herbal Tea made by Tripple Leaf Tea Inc.\nFollow the directions and dont pass gas inless you are on the John. Stay near facilities untill you are safe. It works for me.