Patient's question:
Doctor, I have benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), but I don't understand this disease well. I would like to consult about it. What are the common treatments for benign prostatic hyperplasia?Doctor's answer:
If symptoms are detected, it is recommended to promptly visit a hospital for examination and treatment to avoid delaying the condition and interfering with health. Treatment methods include general treatment and medication, among others. During the illness, it is important to avoid alcohol and smoking to prevent irritation from tobacco and alcohol from causing congestion and edema in the prostate and bladder neck, which may subsequently lead to urinary retention. Rest is essential, and overexertion should be avoided. There are many treatment methods for benign prostatic hyperplasia, but since the condition varies among patients, the treatment approach also differs. Therefore, patients need to be diagnosed as soon as possible to receive appropriate treatment.