What are the precautions during the observation period for benign prostatic hyperplasia?

Patient's question:

Difficulty urinating, incomplete emptying of the bladder, upon careful examination, it was found that the condition was benign prostatic hyperplasia. The doctor said that many men at this age have this problem, it's not too serious, and what should be paid attention to?

Doctor's answer:

Prostate hyperplasia patients need to pay attention to changing their bad habits in life, such as smoking and drinking; avoid sitting for long periods without moving or taking hot baths; eat less spicy, irritating, and stimulating foods, and avoid alcoholic beverages; do not hold urine for too long, and try to ride a bicycle less or not at all. Prostate hyperplasia can be cured, but the treatment period is usually long, and it is prone to relapse after treatment. Therefore, during treatment, patients must actively cooperate with the doctor's medication plan. Additionally, patients should avoid sitting or riding for long periods and pay more attention to personal hygiene.

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