Benign prostate enlargement, or benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), is a condition characterized by an enlarged prostate. This condition can lead to frequent urination, difficulty urinating, weak urine flow, and the inability to completely empty the bladder. To address this, there are several solutions for prostate enlargement in men that can be considered.
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Solutions for Prostate Enlargement in Men
These include medications, transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP), REZUM technology, and prostatic artery embolization (PAE). Here are some treatment options:
1. Medications
One of the solutions for prostate enlargement in men is medication. Several types of medication may be prescribed by a doctor to manage this condition, such as:
- Alpha blockers: These work by relaxing the muscles in the bladder neck and prostate, making it easier to urinate.
- 5-alpha reductase inhibitors: These medications shrink the prostate by preventing hormonal changes that cause the prostate to grow.
- Combination therapy: Doctors may suggest a combination of alpha blockers and 5-alpha reductase inhibitors if one medication alone is not effective.
- Tadalafil: Commonly used to treat erectile dysfunction, research has shown that it may also be effective in treating prostate enlargement.
2. Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP)
TURP is a surgical procedure used to address urinary problems caused by an enlarged prostate.
During the procedure, a resectoscope is inserted through the tip of the penis and guided through the urethra, the channel that carries urine from the bladder.
The resectoscope allows the surgeon to view and remove excess prostate tissue blocking urine flow.
3. REZUM Technology
REZUM is a minimally invasive, non-surgical procedure for treating benign prostate enlargement. It uses a special instrument that delivers steam to shrink the enlarged areas of the prostate.
Before the procedure, patients are asked to urinate. Local anesthesia is then applied to numb the urethra and prostate so the patient remains comfortable.
A handheld device with a long, thin tube is inserted into the urethra. This device releases a small needle from the tip, which delivers steam to the enlarged prostate area. The steam destroys prostate cells and reduces its size.
4. Prostatic Artery Embolization (PAE)
Prostatic artery embolization (PAE) is a treatment that involves a small puncture in the groin. Through this puncture, a catheter is inserted into the artery and directed to the prostate.
Once the catheter is in place at the artery supplying the prostate, small particles are injected to block the artery, restricting blood flow and causing the prostate to shrink.
Prostate Enlargement Treatment at Mandaya Royal Hospital Puri
Mandaya Royal Hospital Puri has a urology center capable of treating benign prostate enlargement in men using TURP, REZUM, or PAE methods.
These procedures are carried out by experienced urology specialists such as Dr. Hendy Mirza, Sp.U(K), Dr. Maruto Harjanggi, BSc(Hons), Sp.U, and Dr. Ima Nastiti Setyaningsih, SpU.
In addition to treating benign prostate enlargement, Mandaya’s urology center also offers treatments for kidney stones, testicular varicocele, adrenal tumors, and prostate cancer using the latest technology.
The center also provides prostate screening services including consultations with urology specialists, uroflowmetry (urine flow test), prostate ultrasound, post-void residual urine test, urea, creatinine, and total PSA tests.
Do you have benign prostate enlargement and are looking for comprehensive care? You can visit Mandaya Royal Hospital Puri directly.
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