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A case of prostatitis on main stream tv, uk
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graeme
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A case of prostatitis on main stream tv, uk
About 6 mins in.... then the main event about 20 mins in the uro claims he can see prostatitis down the camera and shows you
http://www.channel4.com/programmes/emba ... up#2917352
http://www.channel4.com/programmes/emba ... up#2917352
Age:33 | Onset Age:19 | Symptoms:burning urethra, deep sore stinging around the perineum, dribbling | Helped By:when flare starts deep relaxing over a toilet to let out dribbling urine, hot bath, rubbing a heat cream on the perineum, Tens with a pad on the perineum, running, medication (solpadol) for pain. Current treatment: PT. | Worsened By:sitting, stressing over it, ejaculation, sometimes alcohol but I risk it. Been feeling a lot better last 6 months about 85% with a few flares lasting about 5 days. No longer having PT. Stretching every other night and I believe time is also a big factor for me
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Jay
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Re: A case of prostatitis on main stream tv, uk
Hi Graeme,
Unfortunately, it seems that only people living in the UK can watch videos on that site.
Wonder what he's seeing that he claims is prostatitis. Maybe just surface inflammation during cystoscopy?
Unfortunately, it seems that only people living in the UK can watch videos on that site.
Wonder what he's seeing that he claims is prostatitis. Maybe just surface inflammation during cystoscopy?
I am not a physician. This is not medical advice. Consult your doctor!
Age: 26 Onset Age: 17 Symptoms: Shooting, nerve-like pains throughout the penis, which abruptly hit and leave. Testicular pain, perineum pain, burning/irritative urination, extended pain after ejaculation. Occasionally, some allodynia or ache in the coccyx/sacrum/thigh/buttocks/legs. Diagnosis: Pelvic floor dysfunction, degenerated lumbar disk, and mildly herniated lumbar disk. Helped By: Physical therapy, pain management doctor, hot baths, therapy pool, stretching regimen, breathing exercises, relaxation, distraction. Worsened By: Arousal/ejaculation (worst), constipation, panicking/obsessing, other triggers depend upon current symptoms. Tests/Prior Treatments: Too many antibiotics to count, multiple urine tests (all normal), testicular ultrasound (normal), bladder and renal ultrasound (normal), lumbar and pelvic MRI with and w/o contrast (revealed disk problems), Elavil 25mg (caused retention), Flomax 0.4mg.
Age: 26 Onset Age: 17 Symptoms: Shooting, nerve-like pains throughout the penis, which abruptly hit and leave. Testicular pain, perineum pain, burning/irritative urination, extended pain after ejaculation. Occasionally, some allodynia or ache in the coccyx/sacrum/thigh/buttocks/legs. Diagnosis: Pelvic floor dysfunction, degenerated lumbar disk, and mildly herniated lumbar disk. Helped By: Physical therapy, pain management doctor, hot baths, therapy pool, stretching regimen, breathing exercises, relaxation, distraction. Worsened By: Arousal/ejaculation (worst), constipation, panicking/obsessing, other triggers depend upon current symptoms. Tests/Prior Treatments: Too many antibiotics to count, multiple urine tests (all normal), testicular ultrasound (normal), bladder and renal ultrasound (normal), lumbar and pelvic MRI with and w/o contrast (revealed disk problems), Elavil 25mg (caused retention), Flomax 0.4mg.
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graeme
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Re: A case of prostatitis on main stream tv, uk
He describes it as fluffy tissue on the prostate and points it out on the screen from the camera .He says this confirms the diagnosis!!!
it is also described as ground breaking treatment ,massage etc he gives the patient before the antibiotics etc
it is also described as ground breaking treatment ,massage etc he gives the patient before the antibiotics etc
Age:33 | Onset Age:19 | Symptoms:burning urethra, deep sore stinging around the perineum, dribbling | Helped By:when flare starts deep relaxing over a toilet to let out dribbling urine, hot bath, rubbing a heat cream on the perineum, Tens with a pad on the perineum, running, medication (solpadol) for pain. Current treatment: PT. | Worsened By:sitting, stressing over it, ejaculation, sometimes alcohol but I risk it. Been feeling a lot better last 6 months about 85% with a few flares lasting about 5 days. No longer having PT. Stretching every other night and I believe time is also a big factor for me
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Sandcrab
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Re: A case of prostatitis on main stream tv, uk
I've had a uro tell me the same thing - he can see inflammation when doing a cystoscopy. He said he can see inflammation in the urethra close to the prostate. I don't remember the source to quote, but I've been told this is just not possible and is a misleading statement by a uro. I've never had a cystoscopy performed, but that was one his "selling" points for me to proceed.
I haven't/can't view the above referenced video, but I'm curious if that uro is claiming the same thing.
I haven't/can't view the above referenced video, but I'm curious if that uro is claiming the same thing.
Age:35 | Onset Age:31 | Symptoms:Frequent urination w/ high urine output each time, (good day 6 times - bad day 12 times) continuous sensation of having to urinate; burning, raw feeling throughout abdomen; Bowel patterns changed (increased); cramping | Helped By:External & Internal Massage, Hot Tub, Playing sports, stretching, alcohol
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Jay
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Re: A case of prostatitis on main stream tv, uk
As far as I know, you can only view a small portion of the gland via cystoscopy, that being the prostatic urethra and the ducts therein. These are apparent where the urethra passes through the prostate before connecting to the bladder.
If you do a search, you'll see several posts from people whose urologists have claimed to view inflammation at that location. I'm sure it's possible to see inflamed ducts, but as we've all come to personally know, that doesn't necessarily mean infection.
Graeme's accounting of this guy's "ground breaking" treatment (massage + antibiotics) sounds suspiciously like the Manila Protocol, which is anything but cutting edge.
If you do a search, you'll see several posts from people whose urologists have claimed to view inflammation at that location. I'm sure it's possible to see inflamed ducts, but as we've all come to personally know, that doesn't necessarily mean infection.
Graeme's accounting of this guy's "ground breaking" treatment (massage + antibiotics) sounds suspiciously like the Manila Protocol, which is anything but cutting edge.
I am not a physician. This is not medical advice. Consult your doctor!
Age: 26 Onset Age: 17 Symptoms: Shooting, nerve-like pains throughout the penis, which abruptly hit and leave. Testicular pain, perineum pain, burning/irritative urination, extended pain after ejaculation. Occasionally, some allodynia or ache in the coccyx/sacrum/thigh/buttocks/legs. Diagnosis: Pelvic floor dysfunction, degenerated lumbar disk, and mildly herniated lumbar disk. Helped By: Physical therapy, pain management doctor, hot baths, therapy pool, stretching regimen, breathing exercises, relaxation, distraction. Worsened By: Arousal/ejaculation (worst), constipation, panicking/obsessing, other triggers depend upon current symptoms. Tests/Prior Treatments: Too many antibiotics to count, multiple urine tests (all normal), testicular ultrasound (normal), bladder and renal ultrasound (normal), lumbar and pelvic MRI with and w/o contrast (revealed disk problems), Elavil 25mg (caused retention), Flomax 0.4mg.
Age: 26 Onset Age: 17 Symptoms: Shooting, nerve-like pains throughout the penis, which abruptly hit and leave. Testicular pain, perineum pain, burning/irritative urination, extended pain after ejaculation. Occasionally, some allodynia or ache in the coccyx/sacrum/thigh/buttocks/legs. Diagnosis: Pelvic floor dysfunction, degenerated lumbar disk, and mildly herniated lumbar disk. Helped By: Physical therapy, pain management doctor, hot baths, therapy pool, stretching regimen, breathing exercises, relaxation, distraction. Worsened By: Arousal/ejaculation (worst), constipation, panicking/obsessing, other triggers depend upon current symptoms. Tests/Prior Treatments: Too many antibiotics to count, multiple urine tests (all normal), testicular ultrasound (normal), bladder and renal ultrasound (normal), lumbar and pelvic MRI with and w/o contrast (revealed disk problems), Elavil 25mg (caused retention), Flomax 0.4mg.
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pminturn
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Re: A case of prostatitis on main stream tv, uk
After a DRE, my GP told me that my prostate was inflamed. I went to my uro with the same symptoms and said there was no inflammation. Even did a cystoscopy.