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Re: Common health issues for guys OVER 50
[Re: Turnbull]
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11/18/14 06:38 PM
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Hey guys, just turned 50. In decent shape. What are some common health issues that you guys have or here about when men reach 50? What Oli said. Plus, you should ask your Dr. about a colonoscopy. Also make sure you pay attention to your blood analysis--watch for elevated cholesterol. Those are the big three. Prostate, colon and heart vitals. I just turned 55 last month myself. I'm in good health today, but ten years ago I developed a form of Crohn's Disease. The worst of it lasted for almost three full years, and the meds were worse than the disease itself. They had me on everything from steroids to anxiety meds. It took me about a year to shed the weight from the steroids, and even longer to be able to sleep through the night after stopping the anxiety meds. I haven't had a full blown flare up in over five years, but my gut will never be a hundred percent. Long story short: Check your colon, guys  .
"I got news for you. If it wasn't for the toilet, there would be no books." --- George Costanza.
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Re: Common health issues for guys OVER 50
[Re: Turnbull]
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11/18/14 06:43 PM
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As Turnbull and Oli said, plus I'll add triglyceride levels, blood sugar (watch for possible early signs of diabetes), kidney functions, lung capacity (particularly if you smoke, have smoked, or lived with a smoker).
Now, all the things I mentioned are not limited to people over 50; it's just a good idea to start monitoring them if you haven't already been doing so.
Take it from someone who's been there.
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Re: Common health issues for guys OVER 50
[Re: Crash]
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11/18/14 06:56 PM
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What are some common health issues that you guys have or here about when men reach 50? You don't realize it but you get stronger after you reach age fifty. Before 50 I was never able to bend my hardon. Now, after 50, I can bend it. (I'm getting stronger)
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Re: Common health issues for guys OVER 50
[Re: Crash]
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11/18/14 08:28 PM
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Doc did the prostate exam as well as psa level and all is fine. He did say my prostate was " slightly enlarged" and that is 100% normal when you reach your late 40's early 50's.
Any of you guys familiar with this condition?
He explained what it was and i do notice when i piss , my stream isnt as strong as it was. He said that is from the prostate getting bigger! They call it BPH . Some guys eventually cant piss at all and wind up needing surgery. Hopefully this doesnt get worse.
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Re: Common health issues for guys OVER 50
[Re: Crash]
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11/18/14 08:32 PM
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Doc did the prostate exam as well as psa and all is fine. He did say my prostate was " slightly enlarged" and that is 100% normal when you reach your late 40's early 50's. He explained what it was and i do notice when i piss , my stream isnt as strong as it was. He said that is from the prostate getting bigger. Some guys eventually cant piss at all and need surgery. Hopefully this doesnt get worse. Most men will develop prostate cancer if they live long enough, and virtually all men suffer an enlarged prostate to some degree when they get older. Those are facts. That's why it's so important to monitor. Watchful waiting is the key.
"I got news for you. If it wasn't for the toilet, there would be no books." --- George Costanza.
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Re: Common health issues for guys OVER 50
[Re: Crash]
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11/19/14 08:33 AM
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Prostate enlargement is indeed common. Your prostate starts to grow in your 40's but a lot of guys dont notice anything til later. It has NOTHING to do with prostate cancer.
The effects are just annoying, weak urine stream as the OP mentioned, as well as waking up at night to urinate more than normal.
Gets more of an issue is when you retain urine and start getting UTI infections. Some guys cant urinate at all. There are a lot of meds if it becomes bothersome.
Flomax, rapiflo, and hytrin will relax the muscles in the prostate and allow better urine flow. Advodart and Proscar( propecia) will actually shrink the prostate by suppressing DHT. Production. Dht is a byproduct of testosterone and causes prostate growth and baldness. Even as we get older and testosterone levels fall, DHT still gets higher. Hard to explain but it does.
Start taking a good prostate formula. Get a name brand thats reputable at gnc or the vitamin shoppe. Saw palmetto, stinging nettle, beta sissterol, and zinc.
When your general physician performs a prostate exam ( its not bad), they feel for abnormalities and unless its very big, they are not very good at detecting enlargement. If any of you guys start noticing urination issues, go straight to a Urologist, not a regular doc. This can be controlled ,especially when picked up early.
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Re: Common health issues for guys OVER 50
[Re: Belmont]
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11/19/14 09:06 AM
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Prostate enlargement is indeed common. Your prostate starts to grow in your 40's but a lot of guys dont notice anything til later. It has NOTHING to do with prostate cancer.
The effects are just annoying, weak urine stream as the OP mentioned, as well as waking up at night to urinate more than normal.
Gets more of an issue is when you retain urine and start getting UTI infections. Some guys cant urinate at all. There are a lot of meds if it becomes bothersome.
Flomax, rapiflo, and hytrin will relax the muscles in the prostate and allow better urine flow. Advodart and Proscar( propecia) will actually shrink the prostate by suppressing DHT. Production. Dht is a byproduct of testosterone and causes prostate growth and baldness. Even as we get older and testosterone levels fall, DHT still gets higher. Hard to explain but it does.
Start taking a good prostate formula. Get a name brand thats reputable at gnc or the vitamin shoppe. Saw palmetto, stinging nettle, beta sissterol, and zinc.
When your general physician performs a prostate exam ( its not bad), they feel for abnormalities and unless its very big, they are not very good at detecting enlargement. If any of you guys start noticing urination issues, go straight to a Urologist, not a regular doc. This can be controlled ,especially when picked up early. Great post. Every word of it true.
"I got news for you. If it wasn't for the toilet, there would be no books." --- George Costanza.
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Re: Common health issues for guys OVER 50
[Re: Belmont]
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11/19/14 09:16 AM
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I've had BPH for a long time, and have had many tests and procedures, including a prostate biopsy after my PSA suddenly doubled. Please keep several things in mind:
--As Belmont said, there's no direct correlation between BPH and prostate cancer. But: If BPH incents you to have a regular digital rectal exam (and you should get one every year), it increases the likelihood that your Dr. will be able to pick up abnormalities on the surface of the prostate that could indicate cancer. Early diagnosis and treatment of prostate cancer yields excellent results.
--Elevated PSA by itself is not a sure-fire indication of cancer. It can be elevated by a cold, an infection or a recent ejaculation. If your PSA jumps up for no apparent reason, don't rush to have a biopsy. Repeat the test in 2-3 months and go from there.
--A side effect of BPH is that urine can back up in the bladder and kidneys, causing stones and other problems. If your BPH persists, you should have an IVP (intravenous pyleogram), a noninvasive X-ray procedure that will help a radiologist or urologist to tell if your condition is damaging those organs.
Ntra la porta tua lu sangu � sparsu,
E nun me mporta si ce muoru accisu...
E s'iddu muoru e vaju mparadisu
Si nun ce truovo a ttia, mancu ce trasu.
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Re: Common health issues for guys OVER 50
[Re: Crash]
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11/19/14 10:40 AM
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For the first time in a few years, I'm not doing this: http://us.movember.com/It's one of the few things that actually draws public attention to men's health concerns. I have no idea how effective the organization is as a charity, but it's a lot of fun to do. Participants just let their facial hair grow through November, get people to pledge to see who can raise the most money, and then around December 1 everyone shaves down to a mustache and there's best-/bushiest-mustache contests. Edit: I understand this is big in the UK? I actually saw the PM reference MPs participating during a Commons question period.
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Re: Common health issues for guys OVER 50
[Re: Crash]
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11/19/14 12:41 PM
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Missed that part about you having crohns, glad you are doing better. I know someone who has that as well and they are also in remission. They do take steroids ( not anabolic) and other meds. There are 2 steroids, anabolic and cortisteroidsi. Cortisteroids are what most take for a variety of ailments such as crohns. They actually break down muscle and are considered catabolic. They are also notorious for retaining water, anabolics are what athletes use in order to help them gain muscle and strength.. 2 totally different meds.
Back to BPH, Cialis is approved for bph as well. You can take care of 2 issues at once . Even if you dont need it for erections, its still good to take and it increases blood flow.
Testosterone levels are important, get total and Free levels checked. If your testosterone levels are low you need supplementation. If you have a lower sex drive, more fat accumulation, brain fog, and lower energy, that could be a sign. Do NOT be afraid of testosterone therapy, you need normal levels of testosterone. Very important for health. Of course, hit the weights, do cardio, and clean up your diet. I am also a proponent of reading, your brain is a muscle and reading keeps you sharp. I am in sales so that keeps me pumping( i own a business)
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Re: Common health issues for guys OVER 50
[Re: Belmont]
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11/19/14 01:50 PM
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There are 2 steroids, anabolic and cortisteroidsi. Cortisteroids are what most take for a variety of ailments such as crohns. They actually break down muscle and are considered catabolic. They are also notorious for retaining water, anabolics are what athletes use in order to help them gain muscle and strength.. 2 totally different meds. Yup, on the one hand, Prednisone is a "miracle" drug. On the other hand, the side effects will wear you down and break your spirit if you're not strong willed. A terrible but useful drug. It's the very definition of the phrase "necessary evil."
"I got news for you. If it wasn't for the toilet, there would be no books." --- George Costanza.
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Re: Common health issues for guys OVER 50
[Re: Belmont]
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11/19/14 05:59 PM
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Too old.
I've had BPH symptons for ~25 years. In addition to many diagnostics, I had TUNA (Trans-Urethral Needle Ablation), which uses microwaves to shrink the gland. That was in-office. Followed it up two years later with TUIP (Trans-Urethral Resection of the Prostate) with bladder neck clearing. In that procedure, the Dr. makes shallow longitudinal cuts in the exterior of the gland to give it more flex. The bladder neck surgery (at the same time) removed a "ball check valve"--a growth of tissue where the urethra meets the bladder neck that causes blockage. The latter really helped me. That was outpatient surgery under anesthesia. But the ball check valve has grown back. Dr. now recommends TURP, but I'm not ready for overnight in hospital, Foley for a week or more, bleeding, possible infection. I'm trying to tough it out. I asked Dr. about green light laser, but was told I wasn't a good candidate for it.
I used Hytrin for a while because it's an alpha-blocker that was then used primarily for high blood pressure--relaxes smooth tissue like veins and the prostate as well. Provided a bit of relief. Never used Flomax or Proscar.
Hope that helps.
Ntra la porta tua lu sangu � sparsu,
E nun me mporta si ce muoru accisu...
E s'iddu muoru e vaju mparadisu
Si nun ce truovo a ttia, mancu ce trasu.
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Re: Common health issues for guys OVER 50
[Re: bigboy]
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11/22/14 09:54 AM
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So as you can see, life after 60 can SUCK That's why this thread is even more important for the younger guys to read through. If you don't know your history you're doomed to repeat it. Pay attention, boys .
"I got news for you. If it wasn't for the toilet, there would be no books." --- George Costanza.
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Re: Common health issues for guys OVER 50
[Re: pizzaboy]
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11/22/14 10:29 AM
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So as you can see, life after 60 can SUCK That's why this thread is even more important for the younger guys to read through. If you don't know your history you're doomed to repeat it. Pay attention, boys . Ya but i figure by the time im that old, obamacare should have found a cure for all the stuff talked about on here, so i think ill be alright 
"Let me tell you something. There's no nobility in poverty. I've been a poor man, and I've been a rich man. And I choose rich every fucking time."
-Jordan Belfort
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