Ok so here is the deal, this is going to get a little personal. I apologize in advance. First of all I am new here and this has probably been answered already, but I’m kind of worried. A couple of months ago I started to notice some changes in my functions “downstairs.”
The first thing I noticed wasn’t regarding urination. It was that when I ejaculate, the spurts were more like pre-pubescent oozes. Sorry for the image. I was also not waking up with morning wood anymore. I thought that maybe I was tired or whatever and figured I’d get back to my old distance records soon enough.
Then I started to realize that when I have to take a leak, even when I have to go really bad, that I had to sort of make it happen and the stream is about 1/3 of normal. Recently I have had to really help it along and sometimes there is some dribbling that occurs when I think I’m finished. I’ve never had a UTI that I can remember. I almost never get sick. My height and weight are where they are supposed to be and my last biometric blood scan had better than normal results. I did lose about 60 pounds last year by changing my diet and being more active at home.
Sorry for the gory details, but I am very concerned and wanted to be as detailed as possible. Thank you.
For starters, not much is off limits here (except posting URLs: that will trigger board administrator intervention.) I recommend that you see a urologist to find the cause of your issues. If possible, try to see a urologist who is not too old. I'm old myself, and I discovered that my first urologist, who is in his mid 60's had not kept up to date with new knowledge and practices. You will likely have some tests, including a cystoscopy. If you care tell us where you live, maybe someone can recommend a good urologist near you.
Good luck.
I. I agree you need to see a urologist to check that your prostate isn't enlarged or has some other problem. He can do a quick ultrascan as well as a finger check. My uro used his portable ultrascan in his office and it only took 10 minutes to check the size and shape etc via the rectum.
For starters, not much is off limits here (except posting URLs: that will trigger board administrator intervention.) I recommend that you see a urologist to find the cause of your issues. If possible, try to see a urologist who is not too old. I'm old myself, and I discovered that my first urologist, who is in his mid 60's had not kept up to date with new knowledge and practices. You will likely have some tests, including a cystoscopy. If you care tell us where you live, maybe someone can recommend a good urologist near you.
Good luck.
I didn't need a urologist to tell me my prostate was enlarged and that I had prostatitis. My General Practitioner did that for me. He eventually referred me to a Uro. In fact, that is the route you have to take in America anyway: is to go through the GP first.
No need to be concerned about being graphic on this site. You are among friends. That having been said, what you are describing sounds like BPH symptoms.. but you are a bit young for those symptoms. I am not a doctor but I would imagine that prostatisis may cause those symptoms. I would definitely see a urologist to have your fears and concerns put to rest. In any event I would try not to worry about it too much.
Gary
Thanks for the responses. I live in NW Georgia. I’m new to the area having relocated from Cali back in October. My wife has set an appointment for me to see a doctor on NEXT Wednesday and that was the earliest one I could get. I’m happy to answer any question because I have no filter.
Ha. Especially when it comes to the function of my favorite appendage.
Blair. 40 is around the age that the prostate starts to grow some not saying you have a problem. It may be something your eating or not eating. As the force of your ejaculation it does slow down some. It does not shoot out like when we are younger. What Glenn is saying is true she a younger urologist he will help you better and they are more willing to help Ken
Blair,
Finding a good urologist in the Southeast is not easy. I run a prostate support group in Atlanta and many men in the group have a hard time finding a urologist that they like and trust. I might suggest seeing Dr. Scott Miller at Wellstar in Roswell, GA.:https://www.wellstar.org/physicians/pages/physician-profile.aspx?pid=d550323f-694e-4216-91ea-2bcdf11b02f1 ;
Best,
Henry
I tend to go by time of day and words used to guess where the poster is. If he is in the UK his doctor will not have a scanner in his surgery and he will need to be referred to a urologist and that will take weeks although his GP will at least do a DRE.
However two words used here says that he is an American :-)
When you see a urologist, if you get a "pitch" for rushing to surgery, don't do it. Come back here, share your report, and take some time before agree to surgery. (There are rare exceptions to that advice, but take your time is usually the best advice.)
Blair don't let him scare you. Your only 40. You don't need any surgery for now. Do you know how old the doctor. I don't know any doctor's here. I live in Florida that is where my doctor is but I am in Dallas Georgia till the end of May. Will be back at the end of june Take it easy Ken
Dallas, Ga is where I hang my hat now. Small world.
Blair, You've already received some sound suggestions on here but I'll reinforce some.
1. Sounds like a Prostate Infection - but, I'm not a Physician.
2. If your upcoming appt is with a Urologist, Great. If it's with Your GP, You've basically just introduced an unnecessary step as more than likely He will refer you out. Referrals aren't necessary to see most Specialists.
3. If ANYONE suggests any radical procedure(s), take time to research. I seriously doubt you have anything requiring immediate Radical Treatment.
4. Not likely to need BUT If anyone recommends any Type Invasive Treatment, RESEARCH the Crxx out of it. There are MANY - But most Uros settle on one as they become "Comfortable" with it. And Advances are being made Frequently!
Yes, around age 40, most Men start to develop BPH (Benign Prostate Hyperplasia), i.e., Normal Enlarging of the Prostate - ( As "Normal" as this Aggravating Condition can be considered! I'm 70+; known about it for about 10 Years; Was on Med for it for about 3 Years until I stopped the Meds one Year ago with My Urologists' Knowledge; and won't go back onto it until absolutely necessary.)
Good Luck and Post Your Results! It helps all the other Men on here!
Get Kenneth to come to your next appointment with you.
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Yes it is a small world There off Hiram Ackworth Hwy and Paulding. Nice area a lot of stores around My grand kids school is not to far. Hope all goes well with the doctor. Also make sure you have your testosterone checked it may be low. Also stress is the worst thing for a man. Take care Ken
If he need's someone. I have no problem with that. Ken
With your experience of Uro's you know the questions and answers he needs.
Thank you for that info. My first appointment will be with a GP doctor in Austel. I’m going to be as upfront as I possibly can and hopefully get the checks I need as soon as possible. If I get referred to see a urologist I will definitely keep this in mind.