Prostate Disease

Introduction: Why Prostate Health Needs a Whole‑Body Approach

Prostate issues—ranging from benign enlargement (BPH) to prostatitis and prostate cancer—can significantly affect quality of life and long-term health. At Patients Medical in NYC, we treat more than urinary symptoms. Our integrative approach merges urologic expertise with functional and holistic medicine to identify and address underlying drivers like inflammation, hormone imbalances, gut health, and toxic burden.

What Are Common Prostate Conditions?

Prostate disease includes several conditions:

  • Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH): Non-cancerous enlargement common with aging
  • Prostatitis: Inflammation or infection causing pelvic pain and urinary symptoms
  • Prostate Cancer: A malignancy often slow-growing, but significant when detected early

Signs & Symptoms to Watch For

Why Integrative Prostate Care Matters

Prostate conditions are often multifactorial. A broader approach helps address:

  • Hormonal balance: Testosterone and estrogen shifts affect prostate health
  • Chronic inflammation: A risk factor for BPH and cancer
  • Gut microbiome: Dysbiosis promotes systemic inflammation
  • Toxin exposure: Hormone disruptors accumulate in fatty tissues
  • Stress: Cortisol imbalance harms endocrine and prostate function
  • Immune health: Crucial in prostatitis and cancer surveillance

Diagnostic Testing We Use

We pair conventional diagnostics with advanced functional labs:

PSA, free/total PSA ratio, and DRE

Urine analysis and prostatic secretion culture

Hormone panel: testosterone, DHT, estradiol, cortisol

Inflammatory markers: CRP, cytokines

Metabolic panels: insulin, glucose, lipid profile

Gut health evaluation (microbiome, permeability)

Detoxification panel: liver enzymes, toxic metals

Integrative Treatments for Dysmenorrhea

Nutrition & Lifestyle

  • Anti-inflammatory diet: Focus on leafy greens, cruciferous vegetables, Omega‑3 fats
  • Phytonutrient support: Lycopene, green tea EGCG, pomegranate
  • Weight management & exercise: Reduce estrogen dominance & improve insulin sensitivity

Supplement & Herbal Support

  • Saw palmetto, beta‑sitosterol: For BPH symptom relief
  • Quercetin, broccoli sprouts: For inflammation and cancer prevention
  • Probiotics: To support gut and immune function
  • Adaptogens & omega‑3s: For systemic hormonal balance

Functional Therapies

  • Phyto‑therapy for hormone modulation (under endocrinologist guidance)
  • Sauna, glutathione infusions, binders: To aid in detox
  • Acupuncture & mind–body techniques: For pelvic pain and stress relief

Collaborative Conventional Care

Studies show combined approaches—such as integrative therapies with medications or surgery—can improve outcomes, reduce side effects, and support long-term prostate health.

Case Study – John’s Journey

Profile: John, 55, with BPH—urinary hesitation and frequent nighttime trips.
Integrative Plan:

  • Customized anti‑inflammatory eating plan
  • Supplements: saw palmetto, pygeum, prostate micronutrients
  • Stress reduction: mindfulness training
  • Detox support: liver-nourishing IVs and sauna
  • Regular evaluations with urologist

Results:

  • Improved urine flow and reduced nocturia
  • Lower PSA and reduced prostate volume
  • Better sleep, energy, and mood

Testimonials

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes—plant-based diets, saw palmetto, beta‑sitosterol, and anti‑inflammatory nutrients can ease symptoms.

PSA is screening; dive deeper with free-to-total ratios, DRE, and imaging when indicated.

Yes—when personalized and coordinated with your provider.

Reducing inflammation, balancing hormones, and detox can lower risk, though not guarantee prevention.

Yes— evaluating testosterone, estradiol, DHT, and cortisol is routine.

We utilize acupuncture, trigger-point therapy, pelvic floor support, and stress management.

Conventional visits are covered; integrative services are out-of-network but reimbursable via superbills.

Typically monthly until stability, then every 3–6 months.

We support recovery—improving healing, hormone support, detox, and restoring energy.

Yes—we collaborate with urologists, oncologists, pelvic floor therapists, and nutritionists.

Begin Your Journey with Patients Medical

Patients Medical specializes in gently helping the patient identify the root cause of their medical issues and then assist them to recover from their problems to help them move forward to good health.

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