Enlarged prostate is also known as Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia or BPH. When you have an enlarged prostate, you may experience unpleasant symptoms which you don’t want to talk about. Your urologist is here to help and has the information and expertise you need. Dr. Jeffrey Steinberg at Urology Specialists of Milford, in Milford, MA, offers a wide range of urology services, including diagnosis and treatment of enlarged prostate, or BPH.
Our Urologist in Milford, MA, Can Help With Prostate Enlargement
A man’s prostate continues to grow over time. Eventually, it can become large enough to put pressure on the urethra. As the urethra narrows, it’s possible to experience:
- A weak urine stream
- Difficulty starting to urinate
- Inability to fully empty the bladder
- A urine stream that starts and stops
- Increased urgency to urinate
- Urinary incontinence
- More frequent urination at night
Your risk of developing BPH may increase if you:
- Have a family history of BPH
- Are over 50 years old
- Have erectile dysfunction
- Are carrying excess weight
You can try to manage mild BPH symptoms at home. Remember to:
- Limit your intake of liquids at night
- Limit your intake of alcohol and caffeine
- Control your weight by eating a healthy diet and exercising more
Lifestyle modification including the tips listed above can help, but you may need the help of an expert–your urologist. There are several treatment options your urologist may recommend, including:
- Alpha-blocker medications to relax prostate and bladder muscles
- 5-Alpha reductase inhibitor medication to block the production of DHT, a hormone that causes prostate growth
- Combination medication therapy, using both alpha blockers and 5-alpha reductase inhibitors
- Laser therapy to remove excess prostate tissue
- Surgery to reduce the size of the prostate.
How You Can Get Relief From Enlarged Prostate or BPH
To find out more about the diagnosis, and treatment of enlarged prostate, also known as BPH, call Dr. Jeffrey Steinberg at Urology Specialists of Milford, in Milford, MA. You can reach him in the office by calling (508) 473-6333, so call today.