Patient's question:
My father has a cerebral thrombosis, and he sits by the bedside. A while ago, he developed benign prostatic hyperplasia, and the hospital prescribed two medications for him—Harvoni and Flutamide. He took them for some time and was able to urinate. Now, he wants to ask if he still needs to take them.Doctor's answer:
Prostate hyperplasia is a common benign fibrosis in elderly men, often accompanied by symptoms such as frequent urination and difficulty urinating. It is recommended that these two medications can be taken long-term, and they can be used under no special circumstances. Regular follow-up tests of liver and kidney function are advised. Prostate conditions can be recovered, but the treatment process is generally slow, and the condition is prone to relapse after treatment. Therefore, active cooperation with the doctor's treatment, appropriate medication, and the adoption of a healthy lifestyle with proper diet during treatment are recommended.