Vaporization of Prostate and Iatrogenic effects

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<h1>Vaporization of Prostate and Iatrogenic effects</h1><strong> Author: <a href='http://www.articleseen.com/profile_Stev BediMD.aspx'>Stev BediMD</a></strong><br /><p>Prostate gland plays a major role in the male reproductive system. Prostate enlargement occurs both in young and old men as a result of various factors such genetics or heredity, diet, lifestyle, etc. Based upon a recent statistics report one out of eight men are affected by prostate problems, they have either a benign prostatic hyperplasia (BHP) or an enlarged prostate gland. Most men are not well aware of the early signs associated with this disease while some feel uncomfortable to share their condition with others. The most common problem men encounter is the enlargement of the prostate or the benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Luckily the tumor is not cancerous but affects most men between the ages of 60-80. More than 50 percent of men of this age group are affected by prostatitis or inflammation of the prostate gland. Risk of prostate problem increases with the age of men especially after the age of 50. As men get older more complications arises from the prostate gland. Vaporization procedure of prostate Vaporization is an invasive procedure for prostate enlargement or benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Before the vaporization procedure, the physician examines the size of the prostate gland by rectal examination which is a subjective finding. Computed tomography and transrectal ultrasound are also used to evaluate the size of enlarged prostate gland. Patient is administered anesthesia to overcome any pain during the procedure. Under telescopic guidance an electrode is passed into the patient’s prostatic channel. During the procedure a vaporizer is used to produce high electrical source and the unwanted tissue present in the prostate gland is made to melt or vaporize, treated area of the patient is sealed completely to prevent further infection. The average cost of the procedure varies from $2,200-$3,000. Side effects after vaporization procedure Impotence - Difficulty in reaching a complete erection or erection fails within few seconds Urgency - Increased frequency and unusual urination feeling Decreased sexual desire: Overall sexual desire of the patient gets decreased and he may not have any sexual urge. Retrograde ejaculation- Semen which is naturally directed to the urethra is redirected to the urinary bladder. PSA ZERO™ educational program can help you make imperative decisions for your prostate health. Before you undergo the vaporization procedure it is good to know well about the anatomy, physiology and function of prostate gland. By having a complete knowledge about the side effects of procedure. You can prevent the hassle of leading a miserable life with impotence and retrograde ejaculation. </p><strong>About the Author:</strong><br />PSA Zero is a 21st century program, to educate Men about <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.psazero.com/">Prostate Cancer</a>, BPH, Overactive <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.psazero.com/">Bladder</a>, Erectile Dysfunction, related treatments and <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.psazero.com/">diseases</a>. <p> Article Source: <a href='http://www.articleseen.com/Article_Vaporization-of-Prostate-and-Iatrogenic-effects_43203.aspx'> http://www.articleseen.com/Article_Vaporization of Prostate and Iatrogenic effects_43203.aspx</a></p>

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