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Can Lifestyle Changes Help Your BPH Symptoms?
Published: Jun 01, 2024
Simple lifestyle changes can significantly ease BPH symptoms. Discover easy, everyday strategies to feel better.
Lifestyle Adjustments
Changes like reducing caffeine and alcohol intake, and avoiding fluids before bed can help manage BPH symptoms. Regular exercise and a healthy diet are also key. These adjustments can reduce the severity of symptoms and improve overall health.
Behavioral Interventions
Timed voiding and bladder training techniques can help strengthen bladder control. These interventions teach you to urinate at set times, reducing urgency and frequency. Consistency is crucial for these methods to show results.
The Role of Weight Management
Maintaining a healthy weight can ease BPH symptoms. Excess weight, especially around the abdomen, can exacerbate urinary symptoms. Weight loss through diet and exercise can be a powerful tool in managing BPH.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, reducing caffeine and alcohol can improve symptoms.
Bladder training involves urinating on a schedule to control symptoms.
Yes, maintaining a healthy weight can reduce symptom severity.
For mild symptoms, yes, but more severe cases may need additional treatment.
Key Takeaways
Lifestyle changes are an effective first step in managing BPH symptoms.
References
- Lerner LB, McVary KT, Barry MJ, et al. AUA GUIDELINE PART I. J Urol 2021; 206:806.
- McVary KT, Roehrborn CG, Avins AL, et al. AUA guideline on BPH. J Urol 2011; 185:1793.
This article has been reviewed for accuracy by one of the licensed medical doctors working for Doctronic. Always discuss health information with your healthcare provider.
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