March 21, 2023 | Enlarged Prostate
Are you suffering from a weak urinary stream or feeling like you never really “emptied” your bladder? Do you wake up in the middle of the night having to pee? There’s a chance might be suffering from an enlarged prostate, also known as BPH (benign prostate hyperplasia). BPH is a common condition, impacting 50% of […]
February 11, 2022 | Enlarged Prostate
Considering a safe, non-invasive, in-office procedure like the Urolift to treat BPH (enlarged prostate) and improve the quality of your urination? The Itind device is new to the US market and offers the same type of relief that the urolift offers but without leaving any “permanent” clips in place. I explain to my patients that […]
August 14, 2021 | Enlarged Prostate
Benign prostate hyperplasia or BPH is a common, progressive urological condition, typically beginning around age 50 with 50% of men exhibiting some signs of BPH at age 60. By age 85, 90% of men will have signs of BPH. BPH is normal prostate tissue growth which begins to obstruct the outlet of the bladder, squeezing […]
August 10, 2021 | Enlarged Prostate
A new survey has once again demonstrated that men with urinary symptoms common with an enlarged prostate or benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), often anticipate and plan for their urgent and frequent bathroom needs. It also showed that half of the men surveyed reported that they avoided events and activities they enjoy because of their urinary […]
August 6, 2021 | Enlarged Prostate Uncategorized
Those that have symptoms of BPH (benign prostate hypertrophy) or an “obstructive prostate” often suffer from an increase in urinary frequency, urgency, incomplete emptying or weak stream. Previously, alcohol was thought to worsen those symptoms since its a diuretic that often causes more urinary frequency and urgency. However a recent review of 19 studies suggests […]
August 4, 2021 | Enlarged Prostate
Those experiencing symptoms of benign prostate hypertrophy (BPH) or an “obstructive prostate” often suffer from an increase in urinary frequency, urgency, incomplete emptying or weak stream. Previously, alcohol was thought to worsen those symptom since it’s a diuretic that often increases urinary frequency and urgency. However, a recent review of 19 studies suggests those with […]
August 2, 2021 | Enlarged Prostate
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a common medical condition that affects 42 million men in the U.S., with more than 12 million men under the care of a urologist for the condition. This common, non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate occurs as men age and can interrupt sleep, cause urinary problems, and decrease quality of life. […]
July 23, 2021 | Enlarged Prostate
As a man ages, his prostate may become larger: a condition known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). When the enlargement causes pressure on the urethra, it causes a wide range of uncomfortable symptoms that are disruptive to life like urinary frequency, urgency, dribbling and getting up frequently at night. Fortunately, there have been multiple recent […]
July 21, 2021 | Enlarged Prostate Men's Health
The Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP) is a procedure for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) that uses a laser to remove tissue that is blocking urine flow through the prostate. A separate instrument is then used to cut the prostate tissue into easily removable fragments. Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) is a common medical condition. […]
July 13, 2021 | Enlarged Prostate Men's Health
Let’s break down the two newer, but well-studied treatment options for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: Urolift and Rezum. Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) is a common medical condition that affects about 40 million men in the United States. The prostate is a small gland located below the neck of the bladder. The urethra runs through the center […]
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