Prostate Enlargement/BPH Health Center

Medical Reference Related to Prostate Enlargement/BPH

31. Infected Prostate Stones - Topic Overview
    

    Prostatic calculi (stones) are very common. They aren't always apparent during a rectal exam or on X-rays. Prostate stones are usually tiny-about the size of poppy seeds-and do not cause symptoms. In some men,infected prostate stones may cause recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs) and make it difficult to cure bacterial prostatitis. The stones may have to be removed with surgery before ...

32. Should I have surgery or take medication to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)?
    

    This information will help you understand your choices, whether you share in the decision - making process or rely on your doctor's recommendation.Key points in making your decisionIf your benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is causing lower urinary tract symptoms, options include watchful waiting, medication, and surgery. Generally, watchful waiting or medications are considered first, and then ..

33. Should I use medication or watchful waiting to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)?
    

    If your benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is causing lower urinary tract symptoms,options include watchful waiting,medicine,and surgery. Generally,watchful waiting or medicines are considered first,and then surgery. This Decision Point focuses on deciding between watchful waiting and medicines. Consider the following when making your decision: If you have acute urinary retention (AUR,a ...

34. Interactive Tool: How Bad Are Your Urinary Symptoms From Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)? - What does your score mean?
    

    Your score gives you an idea of how bad your symptoms are. It will fall into one of these ranges: Mild (0 to 7) Moderate (8 to 19) Severe (20 to 35) By itself,your score does not mean that you do or do not need treatment. But it is a useful way for you and your doctor to look at and talk about your symptoms and watch them over time. Men differ in how bothered they are by urination problems. ..

35. Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) - Prevention
    

    The urination problems caused by benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) cannot be prevented.