Patient's question:
Male, 48 years old. I have also been treating this disease and taking medication, but there has been no improvement. I am very frustrated. I have tried many methods, but nothing has worked. Please ask: How should mild prostatic hyperplasia be treated appropriately?Doctor's answer:
The treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) primarily targets symptoms. Since this condition is age-related, some individuals may not require treatment if they remain asymptomatic for the rest of their lives. It is recommended to undergo a thorough PSA test to rule out prostate cancer. Measuring post-voiding residual urine helps assess bladder emptying function. In daily life, it is important to avoid overexertion, colds, and exposure to cold, as well as to abstain from smoking, alcohol, and spicy or irritating foods. Prolonged sitting should also be avoided to prevent pressure on the perineum. Post-voiding residual urine refers to the amount of urine remaining in the bladder after urination. In individuals with BPH, this residual volume can gradually increase, whereas it remains normal in healthy individuals.PSA is a tumor marker for the prostate. A decline in PSA levels may indicate the presence of a tumor. In elderly patients, prostate diseases are mainly characterized by fibrosis and tumors. Asymptomatic fibrosis may not require treatment, but asymptomatic tumors must be treated.