Marijuana And It's Effect On The Prostate/Sexual Organs

[Roger A. Shrubber]

only once

 

[GroErr]

Some people die when they eat peanuts.

This is a good point and one that I'd make on any post like this, or even a post touting the benefits of MJ. Every person is going to react differently. A single study or case, or a handful of cases is not enough to warrant conclusions on it's benefits or potential maladies associated with consuming it. Personally I'd call bull-shit because it's had no effect on me with a lifetime of consumption (57). But that doesn't mean that some people would be harmed by it.

 

[Roger A. Shrubber]

hopefully, the next administration won't share the neanderthalic attitudes of the current admin, and we'll be able to see some large scale studies done, get some real answers to questions that have been out there for a long time.
i LIKE getting high, i enjoy it immensely. but i also have physical and mental issues that it helps me with, more than any medication i've tried.
However, i realize there are some people out there who would be glad for the relief, but don't enjoy the altered perceptions. it would be nice for them if they could take a pill or a tincture and get the relief they need while keeping a clear head, and without all the frightening side effects associated with many pharmaceuticals. but that can't happen without study and experimentation.

 

[Booger barn]

as far as the original point of this thread, i've used weed daily for 39 years, the only times i haven't smoked every day is when i couldn't get any.
i'm as horny as a 3 peckered goat. i've got one legitimate kid, and who knows how many little bastards running around. if weed suppresses your sexual desire, its a good thing i smoke, or i'd be a rapist. as far as it effecting fertility, same thing, i'd probably have a dozen yard apes if it didn't.
i may be an aberration....actually, i'm pretty sure i am....but the point is, blanket statements don't cover everyone, it may effect some people like that, but i can tell you from personal experience, it doesn't effect everyone like that

That's looking at it short term. If you smoke your hormones will change and try to counter act whatever hardships are going on. Like diebeties, your body tries to over compensate and will produce extra hormones at the expense of minerals and vitamins (needed for healthy sperm). But anyways, back to the actual point of the thread. I heard an enlarged prostate can also be cause by candida(males yeast infection) so I tried cranberry juice and it helped. I also Havnt smoked for three days which, actually, feels great. Been smoking for almost 18years since I was 12 and I finally don't feel the need to smoke. I loved it, shit still do, but there definitely is benefits for smoking less. Like not being controlled by sexual urges and bad bowl movement along with (proven) stronger heart. I'm also going to try colloidal silver water for two weeks (was recommended for enlarged prostate) thanks every one. Can't wait to smoke Sunday

 

[Booger barn]

This is a good point and one that I'd make on any post like this, or even a post touting the benefits of MJ. Every person is going to react differently. A single study or case, or a handful of cases is not enough to warrant conclusions on it's benefits or potential maladies associated with consuming it. Personally I'd call bull-shit because it's had no effect on me with a lifetime of consumption (57). But that doesn't mean that some people would be harmed by it.

I love your open mindedness but it seems your hesitant to address what it could be doing. Someone who's smoked there whole life wouldn't know how it affects them try stopping and see if you can and with what affects. Also go longer then the pms stage.

 

[GroErr]

I love your open mindedness but it seems your hesitant to address what it could be doing. Someone who's smoked there whole life wouldn't know how it affects them try stopping and see if you can and with what affects. Also go longer then the pms stage.

I actually don't smoke much, edibles is my medicine and take regular breaks (2-3 days) as I travel for work and can't travel with it. Having regular breaks is a good thing, most should practice it to just clean out a bit, re-gain some tolerance (thereby less needed to get high) and get a different perspective. I can't smoke during the day as I run a business so my actual usage is quite low compared to daily smokers.

 

[GroErr]

well then no wonder your not going to feel the extent of the bad that comes along with abuse. You probably should have stated that in your first statement to avoid confusion so other smokers dont read that and use it as fact without knowing even half the story.

So what you're saying is that because you read more into an answer than was intended, then it's the writer's fault? Get a life.

 

[Booger barn]

So what you're saying is that because you read more into an answer than was intended, then it's the writer's fault? Get a life.

First of all, if you state knowledge in an argument its up to the writer to get there point across, NOT the listener to fill in the blanks. and sorry i thought i was replying to roger a shrubber. Sorry for the confusion. damn this sites confusing. lol Hopefully the abstinence helps. But you should not state that you use pot for 57 seven years when really you've used it for about half thats cuz you take breaks and dont inhale tar. were talking about the effects of over use not responsible use.

 

[Roger A. Shrubber]

because that was me, not him

 

[Booger barn]

because that was me, not him

I have two different convos going. I addressed yours already but then mixed both your reply's together. My apologizes for the confusion.

 

[Booger barn]

First of all, if you state knowledge in an argument its up to the writer to get there point across, NOT the listener to fill in the blanks. and sorry i thought i was replying to roger a shrubber. Sorry for the confusion. damn this sites confusing. lol Hopefully the abstinence helps. But you should not state that you use pot for 57 seven years when really you've used it for about half thats cuz you take breaks and dont inhale tar. were talking about the effects of over use not responsible use.

Not to mention you said you smoked almost every day but now you say you don't.

 

[Z3r0Z3r0]

Horse crap, this would attribute to nay sayers classic less semen or sperm production, when in reality I think it was established seeds can do this. How exactly is this inflamation measured? My mother was in india too and getting sick has nothing to do with charas.... IF that were the case all over the world where theres good pot or hash this would happen. And as they always said if pot produced impotence then how did hippys have kids?

 

[Roger A. Shrubber]

i said it earlier, and i'll repeat it. i've smoked as close to daily as i could get, for over 35 years....and i have NO problems getting, maintaining, or finishing.....i wish i did.....thought by this age i'd be getting a little peace, not looking for a little piece

 

[Maxam8llion]

If you have a problem try switching to a low THC strain.

My quick story ive been using MJ for over 5 years I only smoke higher CBD indica strains. Never had a problem. Then I went on a binge for a week eating a friends edibles with very high THC. For the next few weeks I noticed I was peeing like crazy and was getting some of the same symptoms people are talking about.

Also noticed during sex my mojo dropped a little and my loads were pathetically weak.. normally I can shoot out a load like a bullet. I switched back to Indicas only and the problem went away. So as far as I can tell the issue has to do with the higher THC strains.

 

[charface]

Didn't read but just from the title, don't put weed in your butt and you should be fine.

 

[Matt.eng]

Hi all,
After reading these posts I thought I’d post my situation and see if anyone has anything to help

So back in June I had unprotected sex with a girl and after I started to have issues with my penis,(pain, discomfort, issues peeing. Etc) after taking 2 chlamydia/gonorrhoea tests, a Urine culture test (UTI), urethral swab for herpes, and a blood test for syphillis, HIV and hep b/c I’m really not sure what to do next.
I’ve smoked weed everyday for the past 2-3 years, and I’m starting to wonder if it could be the source of my problems. After I had sex with that girl, I knew it was a huge mistake(I was drunk) and for the next while or so I was so worried about having contracted an STD, I’m worried that increased anxiety along with frequent weed may have pushed me to this point. The only this is that I never used to experience problems with my penis after smoking so I’m wondering why it could be doing it now. I went to a urologist but by the time I got to his office I was so fed up with all these doctor trips and a lot of times I’ve noticed they try to play it off as “just in my head” of some stupid shit like that, very frustrating.
What are your guys thoughts?
Thanks

 

[lovit]

I've been looking everywhere for information on this. If you find a thread somewhere that is not answered and asking the question why does it hurt to pee after I eat THC, then it's probably from me.

I can smoke and vape and no issue, but as soon as I eat an extract like RSO I get a burning pain on the tip after I pee when the THC wears off, after several days the pain seems to go further back. Taking more RSO actually makes the pain go away completely... until it wears off and then its back even worse.

I had prostatitis 10 years ago but it has not reared it head since and the main symptom I had was the burning pain. I was not smoking at that time.

I have tried 4 different types of RSO and 3 of them caused this burning issue. The one that didn't burn was not good for my stomach (I have IBD and treat it with pot - its basically saved my life) so I can't use that one either I believe that one had a high amount of CBD and was mixed with emu oil (I think my stomach didn't like the emu oil).

I could keep vaping but its hard for me to get flower at the moment and I don't like to vape RSO even though the herbalist says this stuff is fine as its had all the waxes taken out.

Really interesting to read this thread.

 

[charface]

I wish this helps but it never really does.

 

[Prostrate]

Prostate Issue: I came across this thread while searching to see if my experience was unique - it is NOT. I was a regular smoker for many years with no adverse effects. I stopped for apx 20 yrs but recently started again when my State legalized medical and recreational MJ. I am 71 and just recently started taking FLomax for an enlarged Prostate. The FLomax works well and allowed me to have a normal urine flow with minimal need to relieve myself overnight. I just recently started using a pen and noticed that my overnight flow became very restricted where I just had to patiently wait while I slowly relieved myself. It would be back to normal, good flow, by morning. I also started taking a CBD pill with 2.5 mg to 2:1 cbd to thc for sleeping and I am having the same side-effect. I had read here about others having issues. I thought it would be helpful to know that I am observing the same issue. I do not have any pain or pelvic issues but the Prostate issue is disturbing. I will see what happens. I intend to continue smoking and using CBD, if it helps. Currently my smoking is not heavy.. Weekends only and even then it is only a few hits. Still the effect is the same whether Hits off the pen or a minimal CBD edible. Any further info would of course be appreciated. Tx

 

[MisterKushman]

Wish I found this thread sooner. So I've been dealing with this so-called chronic pelvic pain/prostatitis/benign prostatic hyperplasia or whatever you want to call it for over a year. Went to a urologist and got diagnosed with a congested prostate. Was prescribed doxycycline for 7 days. It went away and shortly came back after. Fast forward 7 months of misery and trying to figure out what was causing it, it had subsequently went away after I got a new job and wasn't home smoking all day (I did not quit entirely, I just wasn't blazing as often because I was working and coming home tired so I would just knock out after a shower and not even smoke.) Fast forward 2 months, I get laid off, start smoking again and just stay home stoned for the most part. The pain came back. Burning/tingling in urethra, tingling in balls, discomfort in rectum, accompanied by a really warm/hot gooch and yes, I noticed I would sweat more than usual down there because of how warm it was (I'm assuming the warmness/heat was due to the apparent inflammation.) This past Monday I decided to not smoke bud as soon as I woke up. That included cigarettes as well. I took some quercitin with bromelain and I noticed that things weren't as hot/painful down there. I did notice that weed definitely made the symptoms worse whenever I did smoke a whole joint/blunt. I've been smoking since I was 16 I'm 24 now. I love the herb with all my heart but I came to the conclusion that I was definitely abusing it. Like anything in life, too much of something can be bad for you. I also started to take vitamin d it's too early to tell if it's helping along with the quercitin and bromelain but it is a proven fact that vitamin d improves sperm production and helps inflammation along with it's many other benefits. I'm not saying quit, but definitely try to cut down a bit and see if you feel a little better. I've also learned that staying busy helps since you aren't constantly thinking about your symptoms. I haven't quit weed entirely, the pain is still there but it definitely isn't as bad as before. Going to see how far the quercitin + bromelain and vitamin d take me. Bud is known to fuck with the reproductive system you cant deny that. I think it affects it when you are smoking way too much ( I was high almost every hour of the day.) Maybe the constant smoking and not going out as much (not getting enough sunlight...vitamin d) may have fucked me up for some reason. Masturbating excessively could possibly play a role too which I would do often. Stimulating yourself down there and smoking bud on top of it you may become more pre-disposed to shit like prostatitis,bph, epididymitis etc because of constant stimulation down there and your body trying to keep up. I'm still not quite sure. Still going to get an ultrasound on my balls just for extra measure. Been putting it off for obvious reasons. I'll update in 2 weeks to see if my theory works. Never give up. I learned some things I didn't know before from just reading this thread. Thank you all.

Found this online:

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a more common form of lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS). ... Increasing intake of vitamin D from diet and supplements has shown a correlation with decreased BPH prevalence. Vitamin D analogues of up to 6000 IU/day have shown to decrease prostate volume in BPH patients.



Quercetin. An antioxidant that helps fight inflammation. May help reduce pain and symptoms of chronic nonbacterial prostatitis. ... Bromelain and papain help the body better absorb quercetin and they also have anti-inflammatory effects.