Patient's question:
Hello, I have been experiencing lower abdominal discomfort and frequent urination recently. When I went to the hospital for a check-up, I was diagnosed with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). What are the symptoms of BPH?Doctor's answer:
Prostate hyperplasia is a common disease that tends to occur in middle-aged and elderly men. When this condition recurs, the urine stream becomes thin, weak in flow, and short in range, sometimes even dripping like a line from the urethral opening. The bladder cannot empty completely, making it easy to develop bacterial infections, leading to symptoms of urinary pain and urgency. If you experience any of these symptoms, seek medical treatment as soon as possible. Holding in urine can cause excessive bladder filling, weakening the detrusor muscle of the bladder and making urination difficult. Spicy and irritating foods can worsen symptoms of hemorrhoids and hematuria, control the prostate, and further exacerbate urination difficulties.