How to prevent prostate and bladder problems?

Support prostate and bladder health by reducing pressure on the perineum, limiting bladder irritants, and maintaining pelvic-floor function and blood flow.

• Cycling: Choose a wider, noseless seat and avoid slouching or leaning forward, which can increase pressure on the perineum. 1
• Bladder irritants: Notice whether caffeine, alcohol, spicy or acidic foods, or carbonated drinks worsen symptoms; limiting them may help. Avoid drinking a lot before bed, and consider limiting caffeine and alcohol in the evening. 2 3
• Pelvic floor and daily habits: Strengthen the pelvic floor, with pelvic-floor physical therapy as an option, and avoid prolonged sitting. Adequate blood flow and hydration were also raised as considerations for pelvic and urinary health. 4
• Tadalafil: Low-dose tadalafil may ease urinary symptoms and reduce prostate congestion, but it was described as symptom treatment rather than a proven preventive measure. 5 6