Hernia

A hernia is the protrusion of an organ, or part of an organ, through the wall of its containing cavity. This usually occurs as a result of straining (for example, to empty the bowels, or when lifting heavy objects), but it may be an inborn weakness. Symptoms contain a swelling in the groin or abdomen, and universal debility.

Treatment

Hernias can be controlled by wearing a truss – a padded belt that acts as a support. Surgery is the only other option.

Prostatis

Inflammation of the prostate gland is usually caused by an infection. Symptoms contain a burning sensation or pain between the legs when urine is passed, pain in the genital area, back, lower abdomen, or inner thighs, and fever.

Treatment

Diet and Nutrition Cernilton (pollen extract marketed under the name of Prostabrit) has an anti-inflammatory effect on prostatic tissue.

Herbal Medicine Dandelion tea can help.

Prostate Enlargement

Enlargement of the prostate gland is general in men over 50, although young men can also suffer.

As the prostate enlarges, it puts pressure on the bladder and the urethra. This causes symptoms such as passing urine more frequently than usual, having to get up often during the night, weak, dribbling urine stream, and difficulty or delay in passing water.

Treatment

Diet and Nutrition A trained nutritionist might recommend zinc, antiglan, protat, and cerniltlill (Prostabrit). Drink plenty of fluids; cut out coffee. Tea.

And alcohol.

Herbal Medicine Use saw palmetto, fygeum, horsetail, and couch grass.

The first two taken together are particularly effective.

Consult a qualified practitioner/therapist for:

Acupuncture Particular attention is paid to pressure points on the Bladder, Large Intestine, Spleen, and Kidney meridians.

Infertility

The usual reason for infertility is a low sperm count, or a complete absence of sperm, resulting in failure of your partner to become pregnant after six months.

Treatment

Excessive heat can reduce sperm production.

Wear loose boxer shorts rather than close-fitting under, wear; avoid saunas and long soaks in hot baths. Splashing the testicles with cold water regularly each morning can raise the sperm count significantly.

Diet and Nutrition

High-potency multivitamins and minerals might be recommended; vitamin E can improve potency and fertility; zinc may assist growth and development of the sexual organs.

Consult a qualified practitioner/therapist for:

Autogenic Training This can help if the problem of infertility is stress related in origin.