Patient's question:
When I went to the bathroom yesterday, it felt a bit awkward, like I couldn't fully empty my bladder. Also, I think my hemorrhoids are getting worse. Could this be caused by benign prostatic hyperplasia pressing on something?Question: What should I do if I have benign prostatic hyperplasia?
Doctor's answer:
Prostate hyperplasia, also known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), is an age-related condition in men caused by abnormal cell division in the prostate gland. Medications typically only help stabilize clinical symptoms and are not easily able to significantly reduce the size of the prostate gland. When symptoms are severe, most men still require surgery to remove the fibrotic prostate tissue. Generally speaking, prostate hyperplasia does not lead to prostate calcification, as calcification is usually the result of scar tissue formed after prostatitis. Prostate hyperplasia can lead to conditions such as urinary toxicity, so it is recommended to seek treatment at a regular hospital in a timely manner. For patients with prostate hyperplasia, timely treatment can reduce the risk of complications, while delayed treatment may affect overall health. Therefore, patients should take medication according to their symptoms and maintain regular sexual activity in daily life to avoid prolonged sitting. Wishing you a speedy recovery.