Herbs for Prostate Infection

The prostate is a gland that only males have. It is slightly smaller than a golf ball and sits underneath the bladder. Bacterial infection of the prostate can turn into a serious condition. If left untreated the infection can spread to the testicles. Many patients choose to treat their condition with prescription medication, but some prefer to use herbs for their prostate infection. Herbal remedies are a viable alternative for those concerned with having adverse reactions to manufactured medications.

Herbs for Prostate Infection: Saw Palmetto

• Saw palmetto is a clinically proven herb for prostate infection. If the infection is not too severe, consult with your doctor to see if this treatment is right for you. The University of Chicago has conducted recognized trials with saw palmetto and it has shown to provide mild to moderate relief of the infection without producing side effects. Saw Palmetto comes in its pure form or mixed with other herbs, like nettles, and vitamins in a variety of sizes. Consult with your doctor or natural health practitioner to find the dosage that is right for your condition.

Herbs for Prostate Infection: Pygeum Africanum

• Just as its name suggests, Pygeum africanum is a plum tree found in central and southern areas of Africa. According to the National Institute of Health (NIH), its history of medicinal use dates back thousands of years. It is the bark of the tree that contains the Pygeum africanum extract. A review of studies conducted in the past 30 years on this herb for prostate infection shows that it brings relief from the symptoms of prostate infection. The NIH recommended dosage for men over 18 is 75 to 200 mg taken daily in one or two equal doses. Just like Saw Palmetto, Pygeum africanum has been shown to be even more effective when combined with nettles.

Herbs for Prostate Infection: Flower Pollen Extract

• The flower pollen extract from rye-grass has been shown to help with prostate infection because of its anti-inflammatory properties, according to the NIH. Scientific studies have been conducted on flower pollen extract in both Japan and Germany, with positive results. Unfortunately, the NIH stated that they did not have adequate access to translation to review all the details. In another study, cited in the article "Results of treatment with pollen extract (Cernilton N) in chronic prostatitis and prostatodynia" in the British Journal of Urology, 78 percent of participants had a favorable response to treatment when the recommended dosage was taken once a day for 6 months. Flower pollen extract from rye-grass was sold as the product Cernilton, but is now sold as PollenAid Flower Pollen Extract. Manufactured in Germany, it is 100 percent pure. The recommended dosage, according to the label is 6 tablets per day with your meals and or a glass of water.