LIFE STYLE CHANGES AFTER PROSTATECTOMY OR RADIATION
The Prostate gland plays a vital role in the reproductive system of a male. It secretes a thick fluid which nourishes the sperm and protects it from acidic nature. Most men encounter problem with prostate gland as they grow older, it may be either enlargement of the prostate gland or cancer. It has been recently estimated that prostate gland problem is encountered by more than half of men at least once in their lifetime.
Men opt to undergo prostatectomy or radiation therapy to overcome the symptoms of disease, but the victim is prone to many side effects as a result of various procedures. During prostatectomy procedures prostate gland is partially or completely removed.
Primary side effects of prostatectomy are
Impotence- It is an inability to attain erection or inability to maintain it during the process of intercourse. Men with impotence do not have a strong erection needed for a normal intercourse and they sustain erection only for a short duration of time.
Incontinence- Any involuntary leakage of urine. This may have a profound impact on the quality of life.
Secondary side effects include heart attack, neurological problems and many more
It is difficult for males to have children who suffer from these problems. Moreover radiation therapy affects all the healthy tissue along with the affected tissues causing various other health problems.
Numerous doctors are promoting lifestyle changes after invasive procedures. On the other hand PSA ZERO advocated radical lifestyle changes before hand under the supervision of their doctor. This is the only body you have with no margin for error. PSA ZERO teaches you to be the controller of your health so you can live with freedom, happiness and love.
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