Treating Enlarged Prostate and Trouble Urinating at ECRMC

As men age, it's common for their prostate gland to continue growing, causing a condition called enlarged prostate or benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Doctors are still researching the cause of BPH. Unfortunately, the enlarged prostate often ends up crowding and closing the tube that moves urine out of your bladder. This results in a slow urine flow and even more frequent trips to the bathroom.

Many men can live with the inconvenience of visiting the restroom more often, especially in their 50s. A single middle-of-the-night bathroom break may not feel overly troublesome. However, over time, most men experience more nighttime trips to relieve their bladder. In addition, other more serious symptoms may develop.

Start out by talking to your primary care doctor. They may may refer you to an Imperial Valley urology expert. Together, you and your urologist can explore various treatment options to treat your current symptoms — and avoid complications that may affect your kidney or bladder health.

Treatment
Generally, urologists' first-line treatment for BPH is medications. Prescribing an alpha blocker or 5-alpha reductase inhibitor medication often alleviates enlarged prostate symptoms. For some patients, less invasive surgeries can be performed to manage BPH.

If you're experiencing symptoms related to an enlarged prostate, reach out to your primary care provider or a urologist on the ECRMC medical staff. Seek their expert care to improve your symptoms and get back to the life you want to lead.

Urologists on Staff at ECRMC