Using Technology to Manage Your BPH (Prostate Enlargement)
Did you get your hot new tech gift this holiday season? How about putting that smartphone to good use for your health? We’ve already harnessed the power of the pedometer function, and there are plenty of free and paid health apps that can support you on your healthy lifestyle journey.
Our tip: when signing up for apps or registering your information, be careful about data privacy and review the app to ensure your personal/health data runs a low risk of being compromised. Also review the exchange of information with a critical and careful eye.
When men get older, they may commonly develop prostate enlargement known medically as BPH. Men with BPH are recommended by doctors to maintain a healthy lifestyle so as to reduce the impact of BPH, especially when caught in the early stages of mild symptoms.
With the help of your smartphone, you can be in control of your BPH! Some ways that your phone might be helpful to you include the pedometer function which measures how much you walk run and jog for physical activity. You might also benefit from apps that are free to download or paid if you deem they are worthwhile. Some of these apps can help you meditate, count calories, drink water regularly, and provide fitness and cooking tips and trackers for a holistic approach to a healthy lifestyle.
You can also sign up for newsletters, notifications and feeds of men’s health and BPH related content that can be consumed as a read on your daily commute, a video, or forum post.
You can also set reminders for doctor’s appointments and support group meetings, log symptoms through a phone note pad or specialized app and take the information to you and your doctor for review.
Although the phone can be a double edged sword, you have the opportunity to use it to support your prostate health, so make the most of your awesome holiday gift!