Patient's question:
Please help the doctor answer the question about what methods can be used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia. I hope the expert can provide a detailed explanation. Thank you.Doctor's answer:
BPH can be treated with different methods depending on the condition. BPH Stage I: First, symptoms such as frequent urination, difficulty urinating, a sense of incomplete urination, nocturia (at least 4-5 times per night), and impaired deep sleep may appear. Hormonal therapy and symptomatic treatment can be adopted. BPH Stage II: Nocturia becomes even more frequent, the urine stream becomes narrower, urination becomes weak, the (range) of urination shortens, and residual urine volume increases. If there is second-order neuron infection or stones at this stage, symptoms such as urinary urgency, dysuria, and hematuria may occur. In severe cases, acute urinary retention may occur. This stage can be treated with local microwave or radiofrequency heat therapy for the prostate to cause the gland to expand, relieve intestinal obstruction, and restore urination. Alternatively, a prostatic balloon dilation procedure can be performed.