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1. Prostate

2. What is a prostate? The prostate gland is part of the male reproductive system. It is shaped like a walnut and is about 1.2 inches across. One of its functions is to make part of semen, the fluid produced during ejaculation. This fluid also keeps sperm healthy for fertilization. Hormones also keep the sperm healthy. Without it there is no reproduction. As men get older the hormone levels change and get lower.

5. Common Prostate Disorders Chronic Prostatitis – Inflammation or swelling of the prostate. It begins gradually and lingers for more than a couple of weeks. It can be caused by several different health conditions and infections and can affect adult men of all ages. Enlarged Prostate (BPH)- At birth the prostate is tiny. During puberty the prostate doubles in size by the age of 20. When reaching 40 the prostate goes through a second growth spurt.

6. Statistics Prior to a man’s 59th birthday 1 in 2 men will suffer from BPH. This raises to 9 out of 10 men by the age of 85. Prostate cancer is one of the deadliest diseases among men. Also being the most common non-skin cancer in America. In 2005 alone, over 232,000 men were diagnosed and over 30,000 deaths were reported.

7. Symptoms of prostate trouble Impotency Erectile Dysfunction Frequent urination, especially at night Inability to urinate Trouble starting or holding back urination A weak or interrupted urine flow Frequent pain or stiffness in the lower back, hips or thighs

8. Medical Treaments Medications Heat Treatments TURP Surgery Open Surgery Laser Surgery Lifestyle Changes

9. Nutritional treaments Diet- no pop, tea, or coffee. Increase your zinc intake such as pumpkin seeds which have a high zinc content. By altering steroid hormone metabolism, zinc can reduce prostate enlargement. Lycopene (found in tomato-based foods) is a antioxidant used to help prevent prostate cancer but may also reduce existing tumor size. Prostate support supplements

10. Prostate Cancer Detection Blood Tests- PSA Urine Test- Used to check for blood , kidney or bladder abnormalities. After receiving those results a digital rectal exam would be performed to check the size and condition of the prostate. Prostate tissue biopsy

11. Digital Rectal Exam

12. Chiropractic Recommendations History Physical Exam Laboratory Testing with PSA Lumbar spinal x-rays – further radiological studies such as MRI or CAT Scan if exam indicates. If results indicate – referral to urologist for possible tissue biopsy If a malignancy is ruled out then conservative chiropractic care would be indicated.

13. Recommendations cont. Chiropractic adjustment to improve nerve flow to the prostate. Prostate massage would be performed Dietary instructions Nutritional instructions Acupuncture Lifestyle changes such as sitting on hard surfaces, riding bicycle, tractors, semi truck, etc. Manage bowel function to reduce constipation or diarrhea Increase Exercise Drink more water

14. Insurance Most insurance plans (including Medicare) cover spinal manipulations by Chiropractic Physicians. The prostate massage isincluded with the spinal manipulation.

15. WHAT CAN YOU DO? Help educate men on the value of prevention as well as treatment of Prostate Cancer.