Patient's question:
My uncle has been experiencing frequent urination, urgency, incomplete emptying of the bladder, and a constant need to urinate recently. He also urinates more frequently at night. After undergoing a digital rectal exam for the prostate and a color Doppler ultrasound of the abdomen, it was discovered that he has benign prostatic hyperplasia. However, the doctor noted that the prostate is enlarged and has an uneven surface, recommending a biopsy for a definitive diagnosis. I would like to ask, is the risk of a prostate biopsy significant?Doctor's answer:
According to your current condition, the issue of benign prostatic hyperplasia has reappeared, and the surface is uneven. This situation requires further evaluation. It is necessary to rule out the possibility of prostate cancer, which can only be confirmed through a prostate biopsy. The risk associated with this procedure is relatively low and can be performed. Moreover, a thorough pathological examination is required to determine if there are any obvious signs of cancerous transformation. Benign prostatic hyperplasia is a condition that is difficult to recover from. Friends with this condition should maintain a positive mindset and face it with optimism. Only in this way can they enhance their confidence in combating benign prostatic hyperplasia and believe that recovery is definitely achievable.