Patient's question:
Patient is male, 45 years old. During a health check-up, the doctor told me I have benign prostatic hyperplasia. Could you please explain what causes benign prostatic hyperplasia in men?Doctor's answer:
Previously, there were several factors contributing to your benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH): such as incomplete self-healing of prostatitis, or urethritis, cystitis, or seminal colliculus inflammation, which cause congestion in the prostate gland, leading to fibrosis and hyperplasia. Excessive sexual activity and intercourse cause congestion in the genital organs, and persistent blood clots in the prostate gland can also result in BPH. Additionally, frequent drug use or long-term alcohol consumption, as well as a diet high in spicy or irritating foods, can exacerbate BPH. Lack of physical exercise makes arteries more prone to hardening, and poor local blood circulation in the prostate can also contribute to this condition. On the contrary, a bland diet can reduce pressure on the prostate.