Patient's question:
I have suffered from prostate disease for seven or eight years. I am now 75 years old. Due to difficulty urinating, I had a catheter inserted. Later, I took Eprilet and Tamsulosin hydrochloride, and it has been under control. Recently, I can't urinate anymore and need a doctor's help. What should I do?Doctor's answer:
Prostate hyperplasia is a common disease in elderly men, primarily affecting urination. In mild cases, it can cause the urine stream to become thinner and the residual urine volume to continuously increase. In severe cases, it can lead to urinary retention. Early treatment may require the use of an indwelling catheter for urine drainage, while oral medication can be used concurrently. During the period of indwelling catheter use, it is necessary to drink plenty of water, with a minimum daily intake of 2000 milliliters. If medication treatment is not effective and the patient's condition is still stable, surgical treatment can be considered. The condition of prostate hyperplasia tends to recur.