Patient's question:
Doctor, I am 59 years old this year. In recent months, I have been urinating intermittently and needing to go to the toilet soon after. I researched and suspect I have benign prostatic hyperplasia. What are the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia?Doctor's answer:
After the age of 40, men may experience a recurrence of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), with an annual increase of 0.4 ml. As the prostate volume decreases, it can lead to urethral shortening and increased urethral resistance, which may cause urinary difficulties, urgency, frequency, and incomplete emptying of the bladder, especially nocturia. As the prostate hyperplasia progresses, symptoms will worsen, and bladder function will be disrupted until it reaches decompensation, leading to urinary retention and even kidney insufficiency.It is recommended that you visit a hospital promptly for a thorough examination and treatment. Practice BPH management techniques, understand the treatment methods, and cooperate with the treatment.
Because alcohol and caffeine have diuretic and stimulating effects, their intake should be avoided.