Patient's question:
This week, I've been feeling like I can't fully empty my bladder when urinating, and it seems like there's a lack of strength when urinating. The stream is very thin, and I even feel like I can't urinate properly. Is this condition due to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)? If so, please ask: What are the factors that cause benign prostatic hyperplasia?Doctor's answer:
First, it is necessary to distinguish between two concepts: benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and prostatic hypertrophy. BPH is a physiological change and is a common feature of all men, with an increased incidence after the age of 50. The main symptoms include frequent nighttime urination, difficulty urinating, and straining during urination. Prostatic hypertrophy is often accompanied by prostatic inflammation and may not cause any discomfort. Simply put, eating spicy food or drinking alcohol occasionally and undergoing an ultrasound examination can reveal prostatic hypertrophy.