#bph

I've finished writing a comprehensive, but succinct, list of points and questions for my Urology clinic appointment tomorrow. I just hope I get the chance to ask all the questions, and if I do, get some coherent answers. Too much information follows: I've been panicking about the urine flow test I've been warned about because I will need to 'do' at least 150ml in one go. When I was doing the fluid balance chart my average wee was about 70ml. By drinking water at regular intervals this morning I managed 200ml, but it was seriously uncomfortable! I now have a strategy for tomorrow... #BPH #MensHealth #Urology #MyDay

I did go to the Petanque club and played two games (won one, lost one). There were seven of us there, but very few of the regulars which was refreshing. We stopped for a short downpour. I had a useful chat with someone who doesn't come very often who had had hormone treatment for prostate cancer. I don't have cancer, but his experience was useful to hear as it validated some of my issues. Came home with backache, and extremely tired. Had a nap. #bph #today

Finasteride is a drug that keeps on giving..... mostly bad stuff. The low mood caused by Finasteride for my enlarged prostate seems to be a lot better this morning. Yay! My wife has pointed out that I've definitely developed moobs and the area around my nipples is quite dark. Mirror confirms. Thanks. I'm well into A cup territory and heading for Bs. This might explain the vague ache on both sides of my chest. While this is a novel experience at my age, I'm not welcoming it! Hopefully having stopped taking it about 10 days ago I won't be needing a visit to M&S any time soon🫣😳😆 #finasteride #Moobs #BPH

I'm back from the GP. Sent an online form to the #NHS surgery at 08:50 today, at 09:20 I got a text with an appointment at 10:30. Went in to see the GP at 10:20. Can't fault that. He was absolutely convinced that the low mood I've been experiencing, alongside the occasional nightmares, and slightly odd behaviour, are all due to the Finesteride I was prescribed for my enlarged prostate. He implied that I shouldn't have been prescribed it because of my history of depression. He agreed that I'm right to stop taking it, but the mood issues may not resolve quickly. I'm waiting for a referral to a Urologist now. Result! #Finesteride #BPH #MentalHealth #Depression

I've decided to stop talking my Finesteride medication which was prescribed for my enlarged prostate. I'll contact the GP on Monday. I've noticed my mood going downhill this week, and depression is a side effect of this stuff that gets serious warnings (that I shrugged off). I guess I'm out of medical options and it'll be a long wait for a Urologist appointment. #BPH #prostate #Finesteride