Patient's question:
When I went to the bathroom yesterday, it felt a bit rough, like I couldn't fully empty my bladder, and I also think my hemorrhoids are getting worse. Is this because my benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) has flared up again, causing pressure?Could you please tell me what are the causes of benign prostatic hyperplasia?
Doctor's answer:
Prostate hyperplasia is often caused by factors such as a decrease in testosterone levels in the body, overexertion, excessive alcohol and smoking, frequent sexual activity, and poor rest, which lead to congestion and edema of the prostate tissue, fibrosis and enlargement, and obstruction of the urethral orifice, resulting in symptoms of frequent urination and urgency. It is recommended to follow a light diet, reduce the intake of spicy and fried foods, and after a confirmed diagnosis, undergo microwave therapy, take oral Pulegan tablets, Qianmao Tongduan capsules, Sanjin tablets, and Norfloxacin capsules for medication. For patients with prostate hyperplasia, timely treatment can reduce the incidence of the disease. If left untreated, it may affect fertility. Therefore, patients should take medication promptly and maintain regular sexual activity in daily life, avoiding prolonged sitting. Wishing you a speedy recovery.