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Enlarged Prostate

An enlarged prostate, medically known as Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), is a common condition that affects men, especially as they age. The prostate is a small gland located below the bladder, surrounding the urethra — the tube that carries urine out of the body. As the prostate enlarges, it can press against the urethra and interfere with the normal flow of urine. BPH is not cancer, but it can significantly affect quality of life if left untreated.

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✅ Personalized treatment plans
✅ Focus on minimally invasive and quick-recovery solutions
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Common Symptoms of Enlarged Prostate

An enlarged prostate may cause a range of urinary symptoms, which can vary in severity:

  • Frequent urge to urinate, especially at night (Nocturia)

  • Difficulty starting urination

  • Weak or interrupted urine stream

  • Dribbling at the end of urination

  • Feeling of incomplete bladder emptying

  • Inability to urinate (in severe cases)

  • Pain or discomfort during urination (occasionally)

Diagnosis

Early diagnosis is crucial to prevent complications such as bladder damage or urinary tract infections (UTIs). Our medical team offers thorough diagnostic services including:

  • Physical examination and medical history review

  • Digital rectal examination (DRE)

  • Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) blood test

  • Urine flow study

  • Ultrasound imaging of the prostate

  • Cystoscopy for visual inspection (if required)

Treatment Options

At our center, we offer a range of modern and effective treatment options tailored to the individual needs of each patient:

1. Lifestyle Modifications

  • Reducing caffeine and alcohol intake

  • Managing fluid intake before bedtime

  • Regular physical activity

  • Weight management

2. Medications

  • Alpha-blockers to relax prostate muscles and ease urination

  • 5-alpha reductase inhibitors to shrink the prostate

  • Combination therapy, if needed

3. Minimally Invasive Procedures

  • Transurethral Microwave Thermotherapy (TUMT)

  • UroLift System (prostatic urethral lift)

  • Rezūm™ water vapor therapy

4. Surgical Options

  • Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP)

  • Laser therapy (HoLEP or GreenLight laser)

  • Open prostatectomy for very large prostates

Advantages of Timely Treatment

Choosing to address BPH early brings several benefits:

  • Improved urine flow and bladder function.

  • Reduction in night-time urination (Nocturia), promoting better sleep.

  • Prevention of urinary tract infections and bladder stones.

  • Decreased risk of kidney damage caused by bladder retention.

  • Better overall quality of life and increased confidence.