Patient's question:
Patient is male, 75 years old.On August 16th, he developed symptoms including hematuria (blood in urine), pain, and swelling during urination.
Doctor's answer:
Hello, the causes of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) are relatively complex. Factors such as hormonal influences, lifestyle habits, and other adverse stimuli may all trigger BPH. It is more common in elderly men. Early symptoms primarily include urgency, dysuria, and difficulty urinating, and in severe cases, hematuria may occur. Treatment mainly involves the use of α1 receptor blockers, 5α-reductase inhibitors, and other medications, combined with Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) methods or physical therapy to control the condition. In severe cases, surgical treatment may be necessary. Pay attention to daily care, quit smoking and drinking alcohol, and avoid eating irritating foods.