Patient's question:
68 years old, recently experiencing frequent urination and sometimes difficulty urinating. Is this a symptom of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)? What are the typical symptoms of BPH?Doctor's answer:
If there are no other abnormal symptoms of the reproductive organs, it can be considered as an enlarged prostate, also known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It is one of the common diseases among middle-aged and elderly men, severely affecting the health and daily life of men. Common symptoms include: frequent urination, progressive difficulty in urination, hematuria, acute urinary retention, and incontinence.Through the above explanation, it is hoped that men can recognize the condition early and seek timely treatment after understanding it. If you have long-term discomfort that does not subside, please seek professional medical assistance from a hospital in a timely manner. Avoid spicy foods, smoking, and drinking beer.