BENIGN PROSTATE HYPERPLASIA

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   ` _BENIGN PROSTATES CAUSES , SYMPTOMS AND MANAGEMENT“_ `
   _Benign prostatic hyperplasia also called (BPH)is a non-cancerous (benign) enlargement of the prostate gland that can make urination difficult.the prostate gland enlarges as men age,men may have difficult urinating and feel the need to urinate more often and more urgently._

_Benign prostatic hyperplasia [BPH] is also a condition in men in which the prostate gland is enlarged and not cancerous. Benign prostatic hyperplasia is also called benign prostatic hypertrophy or benign prostatic obstruction.
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The prostate goes through two main growth periods as a man ages. The first occurs early in puberty, when the prostate doubles in size.

The second phase of growth begins around age 25 and continues during most of a man’s life. Benign prostatic hyperplasia often occurs with the second growth phase.

As the prostate enlarges, the gland presses against and pinches the urethra. The bladder wall becomes thicker. Eventually, the bladder may weaken and lose the ability to empty completely, leaving some urine in the bladder.

The narrowing of the urethra and urinary retention the inability to empty the bladder completely cause many of the problems associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia.

 

*What is the prostate?*
The prostate is a walnut-shaped gland that is part of the male reproductive system. The main function of the prostate is to make a fluid that goes into semen. Prostate fluid is essential for a man’s fertility. The gland surrounds the urethra at the neck of the bladder. The bladder neck is the area where the urethra joins the bladder. The bladder and urethra are parts of the lower urinary tract. The prostate has two or more lobes, or sections, enclosed by an outer layer of tissue, and it is in front of the rectum, just below the bladder. The urethra is the tube that carries urine from the bladder to the outside of the body. In men, the urethra also carries semen out through the penis.

_SYMPTOMS OF BENIGN PROSTATIC_
Lower urinary tract symptoms suggestive of benign prostatic hyperplasia may include
👉urinary frequency urination eight or more times a day.
👉urinary urgency the inability to delay urination
👉trouble starting a urine stream
👉A weak or an interrupted urine stream
👉dribbling at the end of urination
👉nocturia frequent urination during periods of sleep
👉urinary retention
👉urinary incontinence the accidental loss of urine
👉pain after ejaculation or during urination
👉urine that has an unusual color or smell.

Symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia most often come from
👉a blocked urethra
👉a bladder that is overworked from trying to pass urine through the blockage
“The size of the prostate does not always determine the severity of the blockage or symptoms. Some men with greatly enlarged prostates have little blockage and few symptoms, while other men who have minimally enlarged prostates have greater blockage and more symptoms. Less than half of all men with benign prostatic hyperplasia have lower urinary tract symptoms.

*Who is more likely to develop benign prostatic hyperplasia?*

Men with the following factors are more likely to develop benign prostatic hyperplasia:
•Age 40 years and older
•Family history of benign prostatic hyperplasia
•Medical conditions such as obesity, heart and circulatory disease, and type 2 diabetes
•Lack of physical exercise
•Erectile dysfunction

*How common is benign prostatic hyperplasia?*

Benign prostatic hyperplasia is the most common prostate problem for men older than age 50 occurrence and symptoms increase with age. Benign prostatic hyperplasia affects about 50 percent of men between the ages of 51 and 60 and up to 90 percent of men older than 80.2
*Why should I be worried about my prostate*

Visit adebayo living tower hospital immediately you have fever,chill, or pain in addition to prostate symptoms most cases can be cure with antibiotics,you may also need
medication to help with pain or discomfort.
Chronic bacteria prostitis is an. Infection that come back again and
again.

_WHAT ARE THE COMPLICATIONS OF BENIGN PROSTATIC HYPERPLASIA_
The complications of benign prostatic hyperplasia may include
•Acute urinary retention
•Chronic, or long lasting, urinary retention
•Blood in the urine
•Urinary tract infections (UTIs)
•Bladder damage
•Kidney damage
•Bladder stones
Most men with benign prostatic hyperplasia do not develop these complications. However, kidney damage in particular can be a serious

_WHAT ARE TREATMENT OPTIONS FOR BENIGN PROSTATIC_
These may include
•lifestyle changes
•medications
•minimally invasive procedures
•surgery
Adebayo living tower hospital treats benign prostatic hyperplasia based on the severity of symptoms, how
symptoms affect a man’s daily life, and a man’s preferences.

Men may not need treatment for a mildly enlarged prostate unless their symptoms are bothersome and affecting their quality of life. in these cases instead of treatment, adebayo living tower hospital is therefore recommend for regular checkups. If benign prostatic hyperplasia symptoms become bothersome or present a health risk.
*IS BENIGN PROSTATES HYPERPLASIA DANGEROUS* ?
Benign prostate enlargement is the Medical term to describe an enlarged prostate,a condition that can affect how you pee(urine) BPE is common in men age over 50 and it is not usually a serious threat to health.

*DOES BENIGN PROSTATES HYPERPLASIA LEAD TO CANCER* ?
NO.. Benign means “not cancer”and hyperplasia means “abnormal cells growth” therefore the result is that prostate become enlarged. BPH is not linked to cancer and does not increase your risk of getting prostate cancer yet the symptoms for BPH and prostate can be similar.

*WHEN TO GET WORRIED ABOUT MY ENLARGED PROSTATE* ?
It’s time to devote decide on treatment that is right for you depending on your age and severity of your symptoms.do not ignore the following.
•painful of burning urination
•painful ejaculation
•blood in the urine or semen
•frequent pain in the lower back ,hips, pelvic or rectal area.

*WHAT IS THE TREATMENT OPTION FOR BENIGN PROSTATE HYPERPLASIA* ?
BPH treatment are designed to relieve symptoms rather than slow the progress Adebayo living tower hospital (ALTH) we treats benign prostatic hyperplasia base on the severity of the symptoms,how much the symptoms affect man’s daily life and a man’s preference. these may include:
•lifestyle changes
•medication
•minimally invasive procedure
•surgery
Many men may not need treatment for a mildly enlarged prostate unless their symptoms are bothersome and affecting their quality of life.in these cases instead of treatment, Adebayo living tower hospital is hereby recommend.

_OUR TEST AND DIAGNOSIS ON [BPH]AT ADEBAYO LIVING TOWER HOSPITAL_
Adebayo living tower hospital (ALTH) have an experience diagnosing complex conditions involving enlarged prostate.you will have access to the latest diagnostics testing, including urodynamic and pressure flow studies.

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