Patient's question:
My father has recently started urinating frequently, but he experiences difficulty urinating and feels pain. After a thorough examination at the hospital, it was found to be benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). What are the dangers of benign prostatic hyperplasia?Doctor's answer:
1. If the patient's bladder cannot be safely emptied at all, the deposited urine may recur and lead to infections such as cystitis.2. When urine outflow is obstructed, the internal pressure of the bladder will also increase. At this time, the kidneys and ureters will be affected, which may lead to kidney infections such as acute pyelonephritis. In patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia, treatment can reduce the incidence. If left untreated in a timely manner, it may affect fertility. Therefore, patients should receive timely medication and pay more attention to self-care in daily life, avoiding spicy foods.