Patient's question:
I have been sick for a while. Recently, I often have a frequent urge to urinate, urinate frequently, and even see blood in my urine. It feels very painful. Could you please ask the doctor which method is generally effective for diagnosing benign prostatic hyperplasia?Doctor's answer:
Prostate enlargement, also known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), is a common disease among elderly men. Its cause is due to the gradual reduction of the prostate, which affects the control over the urethra and bladder outlet. Clinically, it is characterized by symptoms such as frequent urination, urinary 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.It is recommended to start with oral prostate medications such as Harle and Proscar. If symptoms cannot be controlled, surgical treatment may be considered. Prostate enlargement can be relieved, but the treatment period is generally long, and the condition is prone to recurrence after treatment. Therefore, medications should be used symptomatically during treatment.