Patient's question:
The patient is currently 93 years old. He had benign prostatic hyperplasia in his 70s. However, ten days ago, he experienced pain and difficulty urinating, accompanied by hematuria. The catheter could not be inserted. The hospital suggested making a hole on the abdomen to insert a catheter for urination and using a urine bag. I don't know if the catheter still goes through the urethra when using a urine bag. Is it a diversion?Doctor's answer:
Prostate hyperplasia is a degenerative condition in middle-aged and elderly men. It is recommended to avoid spicy and irritating foods, maintain hygiene of the external genitalia, and prevent infection. Medications such as Prostect and Trazodone can be taken for treatment. Severe urinary retention may require catheterization or surgical intervention.