Patient's question:
An 80-year-old person with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is experiencing difficulty urinating, and their family is very worried. How should this be treated?Doctor's answer:
Based on your description, a comprehensive analysis is conducted; benign prostatic hyperplasia, difficulty urinating. General treatment, prostate massage, drug injection, periprostatic drainage isolation, combined use of antibiotics, etc. Additionally, traditional Chinese medicine treatment can be mutually coordinated. In the treatment of prostate hyperplasia, Chinese medicine combined with physical therapy can be considered. Nonsteroidal antiandrogen (e.g., finasteride) can be used to relax the smooth muscles of the prostate, alleviate symptoms. However, standardized treatment must be implemented under the guidance of a doctor. Regular follow-up examinations are necessary. Avoid holding gas, drinking beer, coffee, and strong tea, and reduce the intake of spicy and irritating foods. Physical therapy can help unblock inflamed areas, effectively stabilize internal blood circulation in the gland, and ensure the patency of the prostate ducts.