What is prostatic hyperplasia

Prostatic hyperplasia is a common male urinary system disease, mainly characterized by benign proliferation of prostate tissue.

1. Physiological factors

Prostatic hyperplasia may be related to changes in hormone levels as men age. As we age, testosterone in the body gradually converts into dihydrotestosterone, which stimulates prostate cell proliferation. Patients may have symptoms such as frequent urination and increased nocturia in the early stages. Usually, no special treatment is needed. They can be improved by adjusting the amount of water they drink and avoiding holding in urine and other daily habits.

2. Inflammation stimulation

Recurrent episodes of chronic prostatitis may lead to fibrosis and hyperplasia of prostate tissue. In addition to difficulty urinating, such patients may also experience perineal swelling and pain, white dripping after urination and other symptoms. After diagnosis, you need to follow the doctor's advice to use tamsulosin hydrochloride sustained-release capsules, finasteride tablets and other drugs to control symptoms, and at the same time, use warm water sitz bath to relieve discomfort.

3. Metabolic abnormalities

Metabolic diseases such as diabetes may affect prostate microcirculation and lead to hypoxic tissue hyperplasia. Patients often have symptoms of polydipsia and polyuria, and need to use doxazosin mesylate tablets to improve urinary function while controlling the primary disease. It is necessary to limit the intake of high-sugar foods and maintain moderate exercise.

4. Bladder dysfunction

Long-term bladder outlet obstruction may induce compensatory bladder hypertrophy and aggravate dysuria symptoms. Such patients may need to use solifenacin succinate tablets and other bladder relaxing drugs in combination. In severe cases, transurethral resection of the prostate should be considered to relieve the obstruction.

5. Effects of drugs

Some anti-allergic drugs and antidepressants may inhibit bladder contraction function and induce or aggravate the symptoms of dysuria. Patients should explain their medication history in detail when seeing a doctor. The doctor may adjust the medication regimen or use Chinese patent medicines such as Qianlieshutong capsules to relieve symptoms.

Patients with prostatic hyperplasia should maintain a regular schedule and avoid sitting for long periods of time and riding bicycles that may cause pressure on the perineum. Appropriately increase the intake of zinc-containing foods such as tomatoes and pumpkin seeds in the diet, and limit alcohol and spicy foods. Prostate-specific antigen testing and digital rectal examination should be performed once a year. If symptoms such as acute urinary retention or hematuria occur, seek medical attention immediately. You can perform daily levator exercises to strengthen your pelvic floor muscles, and keep warm to avoid aggravation of symptoms caused by cold.