BPH

The prostate is a walnut sized organ that sits under the bladder and surrounds the urethra which is a tube that carries urine from the bladder out of the body. The prostate’s function is to secrete fluid that carries sperm. The prostate grows with age resulting in constriction of the urethra. This condition is called Benign Prostate Hyperplasia or BPH. Half of all men over age 50 will develop this condition. By age eighty, 80% of men will experience symptoms of BPH. These symptoms can include frequent urination, especially at night, needing to strain or push, feeling burning or incomplete emptying, and a diminished stream. These symptoms can affect lifestyle quality and, if severe, can lead to significant bladder or kidney damage. Many treatments are now available and non invasive methods of treatment such as medications, laser or microwave are emphasized by this practice.