Patient's question:
Doctor, I have been experiencing frequent nighttime urination recently, always feeling a strong urge to urinate with incomplete emptying, and occasionally having a burning sensation during urination. The hospital said it's due to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). So, which hospital should I go to for this condition?Doctor's answer:
Prostate hyperplasia is caused by the gradual shrinking of the prostate, which exerts inhibitory effects on the urethra and bladder outlet. Clinically, it manifests 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. Therefore, active treatment is necessary, and some patients may even require surgical intervention. Drinking more water helps to increase urination, thereby demonstrating the mechanical cleansing effect of urination on the urinary tract. Daily activities should be sufficient, and maintaining a cheerful and optimistic mindset is essential. Commuters should pay attention to appropriate movement, frequently change positions while driving, and enhance exercise to strengthen their physical fitness.