Benign
Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)
The swelling of the prostate gland, not accompanied by cancerous
growth. It can cause symptoms of increased or painful urination
with incomplete voiding, or painful lovemaking in men. It is usually
diagnosed by palpation.
Treatment
Goal(s):
· Manage swelling, reduce urological symptoms.
Primary
Treatment:
· Use a supplement of Sereona repens (Saw palmetto) daily.
· Add pumpkin seeds to the diet.
Supportive Treatment:
· Administer tincture of Achillea millefolium (Yarrow) as
a urinary anti-inflammatory and astringent.
· Use demulcent herbs such as Zea mais (Corn silk).
· Consider a sitz bath for warming and improving circulation.
Differential diagnoses, cautions, and other considerations:
· Kegel exercises can be helpful at removing pelvic congestion.
· If the integrity of the digestive system warrants it, consider
Angelica as a tonic tea to relive pelvic congestion.
