How long does it take for saw palmetto to work for prostate?

For BPH, studies have used a daily intake of 320 milligrams of saw palmetto split into two doses. The doses will be different in other forms, such as tinctures (a liquid preparation). Get advice from your doctor. It may take 4 to 6 weeks for saw palmetto to have an effect.

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Saw palmetto is commonly used in Europe and the United States as a treatment for enlarged prostate. Some small studies have shown benefit. However, several large studies do not show that saw palmetto reduces the size of the prostate or eases the urinary symptoms that come with an enlarged prostate. You might hear a doctor or nurse call that condition “benign prostate hyperplasia,” or BPH. Before you take saw palmetto, or any supplement for that matter, talk with your doctor first. They may interfere with prescription medicines, other treatments, or tests you might need. What Is Saw Palmetto? Saw palmetto (Serenoa repens) is a palm that grows in the Southern coastal regions of the United States. It is about 2 to 4 feet high. Its leaves are fan-shaped and sharp, and it makes a lot of berries. These fruits have a long history of use as medicine. Some Native Americans used them to help with urinary problems in men. Why Do People Take It? Some small studies have shown saw palmetto might help you with BPH symptoms in several ways. Among them: You may need to get up less often at night to pee.

It can improve your flow when you go.

It can ease painful urination.

Can You Take It for Other Problems? You may have heard about people taking saw palmetto for other reasons than BPH. Some of them include: Low sex drive

Hair loss

Low sperm count

Migraines

Ongoing pelvic pain So far, studies have shown limited results for saw palmetto helping with these other types of problems. How Much Should You Take? For BPH, studies have used a daily intake of 320 milligrams of saw palmetto split into two doses. The doses will be different in other forms, such as tinctures (a liquid preparation). Get advice from your doctor. It may take 4 to 6 weeks for saw palmetto to have an effect. There are no food sources of saw palmetto. Are There Any Complications? Side effects are uncommon and typically mild. The most common are: Nausea

Stomach pain

Bad breath

Constipation

Diarrhea

Vomiting Men taking saw palmetto have also reported erection problems, testicular pain, and tenderness in the breasts. You may also want to talk your doctor or pharmacist about the following:

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What are the 7 symptoms of prostate disorders?

Symptoms of prostate cancer include: A need to urinate frequently, especially at night. Difficulty starting urination. Inability to urinate. Weak or interrupted flow of urine (dribbling) Painful or burning urination. Painful ejaculation. Blood in urine or semen. Frequent pain or stiffness in the back, hips, or upper thighs.

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Prostate Disease The three most common types of prostate disease are: Benign prostatic hyperplasia

Prostatitis

Prostate cancer Although these diseases have different causes, they have similar symptoms. This is why it's important to discuss prostate cancer screening with your doctor as part of your yearly physical examination. Your doctor will often refer you to a urologist (a doctor who specializes in diseases of the urinary tract and the male reproductive system) if you have symptoms of any of the following diseases. Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Often called BPH, benign prostatic hyperplasia is a noncancerous enlargement of the prostate gland. It is very common, but rarely causes symptoms before age 40. According to the American Urological Association, about half of men between ages 51 and 60 and up to 90% of men older than age 80 have BPH. Symptoms of BPH include: Difficulty urinating

An urge to urinate even when the bladder is empty

Frequent urination, especially at night

A weak or intermittent stream of urine and a sense of incomplete emptying when urinating Prostatitis Prostatitis is an inflammation of the prostate. This can be caused by a bacterial infection. Men of all ages can get prostatitis, and it can occur in any size prostate (enlarged or not). Symptoms of prostatitis include: Difficulty urinating

Frequent urination, especially at night

Pain or burning during urination

Chills and fever along with urinating problems

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