I'm currently pregnant and dealing with some diarrhea. I've heard about Lactic Acid Bacillus and I'm wondering if it's safe for me and the baby. Are there any side effects I should be worried about?

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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Given your father's medical report and ongoing symptoms, here are some suggestions for further action:

Medication Review

Re-evaluate current medication: Consult your father's doctor to review his current medication regimen. Adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication might help alleviate symptoms.

Combination therapy: Consider combining medications, such as alpha-blockers (e.g., Tamsulosin) and 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors (e.g., Finasteride), to address both urinary symptoms and prostate enlargement.

Lifestyle Changes

Fluid management: Encourage your father to drink fluids in moderation, avoiding excessive intake, especially before bedtime.

Urination habits: Suggest that your father:

Urinate when he first feels the need, rather than delaying.

Take his time while urinating to ensure the bladder is fully emptied.

Avoid straining or pushing during urination.

Pelvic floor exercises: Kegel exercises can help strengthen the pelvic floor muscles, improving urinary control.

Dietary modifications: Encourage your father to avoid or reduce:

Caffeine and spicy foods, which can irritate the bladder.

Foods high in sugar, salt, and unhealthy fats, which can exacerbate prostate issues.

Further Evaluation

Urodynamic tests: These tests can help assess bladder function, urine flow, and pressure.

Cystoscopy: A visual examination of the bladder and urethra to rule out any obstruction or other issues.

Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test: To monitor prostate health and detect any potential issues.

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