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. Could this be due to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)? If so, please ask: How effective is treatment for BPH?Doctor's answer:
Prostate Hyperplasia Prostate hyperplasia is a common disease among elderly men, with onset typically occurring after the age of 50. As age increases, the incidence rate gradually declines, making it a frequent condition treated in urology. Treating prostate hyperplasia is a long-term process. Once diagnosed, patients must follow their doctor's instructions for medication, absolutely not stopping or reducing medication on their own, and undergo regular follow-up examinations to adjust the treatment plan as needed based on the condition. Additionally, in terms of diet and daily life, it is important to avoid irritant foods and alcohol; pay attention to preventing colds; avoid strenuous exercise, prolonged sitting, and long-distance bicycle riding; and urinate promptly, never holding back urine. Therefore, self-care is crucial. Good self-care not only helps stabilize treatment effects but also prevents the condition from worsening and the recurrence of acute urinary retention.