Patient's question:
This week, I've been feeling like I can't fully empty my bladder when urinating, and it seems like I lack strength when urinating. The stream is very thin, and it even feels like I can't urinate properly. Could this be due to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)? If so, could you please recommend a specialist hospital for BPH?Doctor's answer:
Prostate hyperplasia is a common disease among elderly men. Its cause is due to the gradual shrinkage of the prostate, which exerts control over the urethra and bladder outlet. Clinically, it is characterized by symptoms such as frequent urination, urgency, increased nighttime urination, and difficulty urinating. It can also lead to complications such as urinary tract infections, bladder stones, and hematuria, severely impacting the quality of life for elderly men. Therefore, active treatment is necessary, and some patients may even require surgical intervention. Since face-to-face consultations are not possible, the diagnosis may not be sufficiently accurate. It is recommended that you visit a urology hospital as soon as possible to undergo relevant examinations to identify the specific cause and condition, so that targeted treatment can be administered.