Patient's question:
In the past few months, I've been experiencing a heavy, bloated sensation in my lower abdomen, along with lower back pain. I've also had frequent urination and urgency to urinate, with a dribbling sensation when I urinate. There's white discharge from the urethral opening, which has a foul odor. My prostate is swollen and red, and it's painful to touch. My libido has decreased. After a thorough examination at the hospital, the diagnosis was benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).What kind of help I need: How can I self-assess for benign prostatic hyperplasia?
Doctor's answer:
Prostate hyperplasia can cause many inconveniences, and early detection can be more helpful for treatment. It is not well-known among young people. In daily life, symptoms such as a feeling of incomplete urination, intermittent urination, difficulty holding urine (i.e., unable to retain urine), frequent urination after urinating for two hours, thinning and softening of the urine stream, difficulty urinating, and increased nighttime urination may indicate the possibility of prostate hyperplasia. It is important to seek medical attention as soon as possible for relevant examinations to prevent the condition from worsening. In terms of diet and lifestyle, avoid stimulating foods, and abstain from alcohol. Pay attention to preventing colds, avoid strenuous exercise, and prevent prolonged sitting and long-distance bicycle riding. Urinate promptly and never hold back urine.