The prostate is a gland that produces some of the fluid in sperm and is located below the bladder. When the prostate is enlarged, it is called benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH. While this in itself is not cancerous, it does increase the chances of contracting cancer in the future.
BPH is very common in men from the ages of 18-65. Every man has a chance of contracting BPH if they live long enough. Some of the symptoms of BHP include an inability to urinate, needing to urinate 2 or more times within the hour, pain with urination and bloody urine, to name a few. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, book an appointment with Max Health Care as soon as possible.
Here is a list of some of the latest non-surgical Enlarged Prostate Treatment which includes medicine and not lifestyle changes that can be adopted.
Alpha-blockers
Alpha-blockers work by relaxing the muscle at the base of the prostate and in the prostate gland, making it much easier to pass urine. Alpha-blockers are one of the most commonly used drugs in Enlarged Prostate Treatment.
Anticholinergics
These drugs block a neurotransmitter called acetylcholine which is responsible for nerve impulses that can lead to involuntary muscle movements. Hence, they can help relax an overactive bladder muscle.
5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitors
These medicines help shrink the enlarged prostate gland, making it much easier and less painful to pass urine.
Diuretics
Diuretics are chemicals that increase the production of urine by helping the body expel salt and water. It affects the kidneys by making them release more sodium into the urine. It also takes water from the blood in the process. If taken promptly during the day, it can lead to a reduction in urination during the night.
Desmopressins
This medication is used to control nighttime bedwetting in children but can also be used by adult men. It is a man-made version of vasopressin, a hormone that is responsible for the regulation of the body's retention of water. Taking desmopressin will reduce thirst, excess urination and keep the body hydrated.
Alternative treatments
There are no alternative treatments for BHP. Homoeopathy will not work as it has not scientifically been proven to show tangible results. If unorthodox Enlarged Prostate Treatment methods are used, it can aggravate the condition and make it much worse.
Catheters
If the trouble with urination persists for an extended period, a catheter can be installed. Catheters are narrow soft tubes that drain urine from the body. The catheter can either be passed through the penis or through a small hole in the abdomen right above the pubic bone.
Conclusion
All these treatments should work to reduce the size of the enlarged prostate. They are much more effective if the condition is caught and dealt with early on. If the following treatments have failed to work, consult with a doctor at Max Health Care. The next viable option may be surgery. This is more of a last resort and will only be implemented at the failure of the other treatments.