PROCEDURES
BPH Treatment
BPH, which stands for benign prostatic hyperplasia, is a common condition characterized by an enlarged prostate.
During puberty, the prostate gland experiences a massive growth spurt. As men age, the prostate gland undergoes periodic growth stages. After age 25, the majority of men experience continual gland enlargement. The prostate gland is divided into three distinct zones, which include:
Transitional
Peripheral
Central
BPH appears to stimulate cellular growth within the central zone. The overgrowth of cells pushes past acceptable size dimensions, which often results in urethra constriction, difficulty fully voiding the bladder, and reducing urine flow. While over one-third of men 50 years old and older experience BPH, it doesn’t increase the risk of developing prostate cancer.
Without treatment, an enlarged prostate not only impacts quality of life, but increases the risk of developing bladder stones, urinary tract infections, and kidney damage. Advancements in BPH treatments make treating this common condition not only effective, but tailored to relieve specific symptoms.