Patient's question:
Recently, I've been experiencing difficulty urinating, increased post-voiding residue, and urinary retention. After a check-up, it was found that I have benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). I would like to know if there are effective treatments for BPH.Doctor's answer:
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH). The treatment principles are as follows:1. Elderly men with symptoms such as nocturia (frequent nighttime urination), straining during urination, and post-micturition dribbling should first be considered for the possibility of BPH.
2. Avoid drinking beer in excess. Bladder overdistension can lead to acute urinary retention.
4. BPH can cause urinary tract obstruction, secondary infections, and in severe cases, hydronephrosis (swelling of the kidney pelvis), which may result in severe renal impairment. Therefore, active treatment should be initiated, including surgical options.
5. BPH is often confused with prostate cancer. Elderly individuals with symptoms of BPH should seek medical attention promptly for thorough examination and treatment to avoid missing the optimal opportunity.
BPH can be managed, but the treatment process is usually prolonged, and recurrence is common after treatment.