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 I even feel like I can't urinate properly. Is this condition prostatic hyperplasia? If so, please ask: What causes prostatic hyperplasia?Doctor's answer:
Frequent drug use or long-term alcohol consumption, as well as a preference for spicy and stimulating foods, can irritate and lead to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Lack of physical exercise makes arteries more prone to hardening, while poor local blood circulation in the prostate can also contribute to this condition. In daily life, avoid sitting for long periods to prevent control issues, limit beer consumption to prevent prostate congestion, and drink plenty of water to prevent inflammation—this will be beneficial. If you experience obvious symptoms such as frequent urination, urgency, incomplete urination, or nocturia, visit the urology department of a hospital. For patients with BPH, timely treatment can reduce the risk of complications. If left untreated, it may affect fertility. Therefore, patients should take medication as prescribed and avoid overexertion in daily life while paying attention to personal hygiene. Wishing you a speedy recovery.