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What vitamins help with prostatitis?

These supplements may help: Cernilton. An extract made from rye grass pollen. ... Quercetin. An antioxidant that helps fight inflammation. ... Beta sitosterol. A naturally derived chemical found in various plants. ... Zinc. ... Vitamin C. ... Omega-3 fatty acids. ... Pumpkin seeds. ... Probiotics.

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Drug Therapies

Bacterial prostatitis. Oral antibiotics, taken for several weeks. In severe cases, you may need intravenous (IV) antibiotics. Other medications may include stool softeners and pain relievers, such as ibuprofen (Advil). Chronic nonbacterial prostatitis. In addition to pain relievers, alpha blockers, which help relax the bladder may help if you have trouble urinating. Alpha blockers include alfuzosin (Uroxatral) and doxazosin (Cardura). Side effects can include headaches and low blood pressure.

Surgical Procedures

Severe cases of bacterial prostatitis may require surgery.

Complementary and Alternative Therapies

Be sure to tell your doctors about any herbs or supplements you take, or any alternative therapies you use. Some herbs, supplements, and alternative therapies (CAM) may interfere with conventional medicine. Work with a doctor who is experienced in complementary and alternative therapies to find the combination of treatments that is right for you.

Nutrition and Supplements

Drink plenty of water (48 oz. a day). Avoid alcohol, caffeine, and spicy foods. These supplements may help: Cernilton. An extract made from rye grass pollen. Preliminary studies suggest this pollen extract may help relieve symptoms of chronic nonbacterial prostatitis. More research is needed. An extract made from rye grass pollen. Preliminary studies suggest this pollen extract may help relieve symptoms of chronic nonbacterial prostatitis. More research is needed. Quercetin. An antioxidant that helps fight inflammation. May help reduce pain and symptoms of chronic nonbacterial prostatitis. In one study, combining quercetin with bromelain and papain produced even greater effects. Bromelain and papain help the body better absorb quercetin and they also have anti-inflammatory effects. Quercetin may interact with several common medications, so ask your doctor before taking it. Both bromelain and quercetin may increase the risk of bleeding, especially if you also take blood thinners, such as warfarin (Coumadin), clopidogrel (Plavix), or aspirin. Very high doses of quercetin have been associated with kidney damage. DO NOT take quercetin for more than 2 to 3 months without taking a break. An antioxidant that helps fight inflammation. May help reduce pain and symptoms of chronic nonbacterial prostatitis. In one study, combining quercetin with bromelain and papain produced even greater effects. Bromelain and papain help the body better absorb quercetin and they also have anti-inflammatory effects. Quercetin may interact with several common medications, so ask your doctor before taking it. Both bromelain and quercetin may increase the risk of bleeding, especially if you also take blood thinners, such as warfarin (Coumadin), clopidogrel (Plavix), or aspirin. Very high doses of quercetin have been associated with kidney damage. DO NOT take quercetin for more than 2 to 3 months without taking a break. Beta sitosterol. A naturally derived chemical found in various plants. Frequently used to treat prostatitis and is often included in prostate health formulas. Scientific support, however, is lacking. A few reports have linked taking beta sitosterol with low sex drive and erectile dysfunction. A naturally derived chemical found in various plants. Frequently used to treat prostatitis and is often included in prostate health formulas. Scientific support, however, is lacking. A few reports have linked taking beta sitosterol with low sex drive and erectile dysfunction. Zinc. There is evidence that zinc may reduce an enlarged prostate, but researchers do not know whether zinc helps prostatitis. A few preliminary studies suggest that taking zinc with antibiotics works better than antibiotics alone for reducing symptoms of prostatitis. High doses of zinc (more than 40 mg per day) can cause many negative side effects, including a copper deficiency. Work with your doctor to find the right dose of zinc for you. There is evidence that zinc may reduce an enlarged prostate, but researchers do not know whether zinc helps prostatitis. A few preliminary studies suggest that taking zinc with antibiotics works better than antibiotics alone for reducing symptoms of prostatitis. High doses of zinc (more than 40 mg per day) can cause many negative side effects, including a copper deficiency. Work with your doctor to find the right dose of zinc for you. Vitamin C. Although researchers have not studied whether vitamin C is effective against bacterial prostatitis, some doctors recommend it. In test tubes, vitamin C stops the growth of E. coli, the most common bacteria involved in bacterial prostatitis.

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Although researchers have not studied whether vitamin C is effective against bacterial prostatitis, some doctors recommend it. In test tubes, vitamin C stops the growth of E. coli, the most common bacteria involved in bacterial prostatitis. Omega-3 fatty acids. May help reduce inflammation over time. However, researchers have not studied how omega-3s affect prostatitis. Omega-3 fatty acids can increase the risk of bleeding, especially if you take blood thinners such as aspirin, clopidogrel (Plavix), or warfarin (Coumadin). Talk to your doctor before taking omega-3 fatty acids. May help reduce inflammation over time. However, researchers have not studied how omega-3s affect prostatitis. Omega-3 fatty acids can increase the risk of bleeding, especially if you take blood thinners such as aspirin, clopidogrel (Plavix), or warfarin (Coumadin). Talk to your doctor before taking omega-3 fatty acids. Pumpkin seeds. Used historically for a healthy prostate, but have not been studied for prostatitis. Used historically for a healthy prostate, but have not been studied for prostatitis. Probiotics. Preliminary studies suggest that taking an antibiotic followed by probiotics can help prevent the progression of prostatitis.

Herbs

Herbs are a way to strengthen and tone the body's systems. As with any therapy, you should work with your doctor to diagnose your problem before starting treatment. You may use herbs as dried extracts (capsules, powders, or teas), glycerites (glycerine extracts), or tinctures (alcohol extracts). Unless otherwise indicated, make teas with 1 tsp. of herb per cup of hot water. Steep covered 5 to 10 minutes for leaf or flowers, and 10 to 20 minutes for roots. Drink 2 to 4 cups per day. You may use tinctures alone or in combination as noted. African pygeum (Prunus africana). May help reduce urinary symptoms of BPH and both bacterial and nonbacterial prostatitis in men with mild-to-moderate urinary symptoms. (Prunus africana). May help reduce urinary symptoms of BPH and both bacterial and nonbacterial prostatitis in men with mild-to-moderate urinary symptoms. Saw palmetto (Serenoa repens). Has been studied for its effects on BPH and used traditionally to treat nonbacterial prostatitis, but one preliminary scientific study found that it did not help. Saw palmetto can interact with some medications, including hormone replacement therapies and blood thinners. Ask your doctor before taking saw palmetto. (Serenoa repens). Has been studied for its effects on BPH and used traditionally to treat nonbacterial prostatitis, but one preliminary scientific study found that it did not help. Saw palmetto can interact with some medications, including hormone replacement therapies and blood thinners. Ask your doctor before taking saw palmetto. Stinging nettle (Urtica dioca). Has shown some promise in helping maintain prostate health, but studies are mixed. Stinging nettle may interact with drugs taken to treat diabetes and high blood pressure. It may also interfere with lithium, and may reduce the effects of warfarin (Coumadin). It may not be safe for pregnant women.

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Homeopathy

Some of the most common remedies used for prostatitis are listed below. The usual dose is 3 to 5 pellets of a 12X - 30C remedy every 1 to 4 hours until your symptoms improve.

Chimaphila umbellate. For retention of urine with an enlarged prostate.

Pulsatilla. For pain after urination, especially involuntary urination.

Pareira. For painful urination, especially with painful urging.

Lycopodium. For painful urination with reddish sediment in the urine, especially with impotence.

Thuja. Specifically if there is a forked stream of urine.

Physical Medicine

Kegel exercises improve pelvic muscle tone. They may help some men reduce urinary symptoms. These exercises involve tightening and relaxing the pelvic floor muscles. To identify the muscles, it may help to think of the muscles you use to stop and start a stream of urine, or to keep from passing gas. Tighten muscles for a count of 10, then relax for a count of 10. Repeat 10 times, and do 5 to 10 sets daily. Contrast sitz baths. You will need two basins that you can sit in comfortably. Fill one basin with hot water, one with cold water. Sit in hot water for 3 minutes, then in cold water for 1 minute. Repeat this 3 times to complete 1 set. Do 1 to 2 sets a day, 3 to 4 days a week. Avoid sitz baths if you have acute bacterial prostatitis.

Acupuncture

Acupuncture may improve urinary flow and decrease swelling and inflammation in some men with chronic nonbacterial prostatitis.

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