The prostate is a gland that harvests the liquefied part of semen (the fluid produced when you expostulate). It is around the size of a walnut and lies at the vile of the bladder. The forward-facing of the prostate environs the urethra – the tube that transmits urine from the bladder and out through the penis. Any alteration in the size or shape of the prostate can slender this tube, making it difficult for people to pass urine.

Treatment of Enlarged Prostate Gland

There are numerous treatments available for enlarged prostate. The treatment will be contingent on a number of factors, including the age, general health and the type of symptoms have. The optimal of a treatment is founded on the severity of the symptoms, the level to which they affect your daily life, and the occurrence of any other medical conditions. Treatment options include "watchful waiting," lifestyle changes, medication, or surgery. If you are over 60, you are more likely to have symptoms. But many men with an enlarged prostate have only slight symptoms.

 If you have BPH, you should have an annual exam to monitor the evolution of your symptoms and control if any changes in treatment are necessary.

Surgical Procedures of Enlarged Prostate Gland

If medications are not effective, or if the prostate is too huge, surgical intervention might be essential. Trans-Urethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP) includes the removal of portions of prostate which block urine flow. Hospital stay is classically one day with a two-day catheterization.

Radical Prostatectomy is the whole removal of the prostate gland. It is more offensive than TURP or Green Light Laser, usually has a higher risk of complications and side effects and requires a longer catheterization. For these reasons, prostatectomies are classically reserved for those with unbearable BPH symptoms and those with extremely large prostates. The side effects are rarely observed if you chose for Robotic Prostatectomy, we do such surgeries at our center.

Medications of Enlarged Prostate Gland

Medications are the most common treatment for moderate symptoms of prostate enlargement. Medications used to release symptoms of enlarged prostate include:

• Alpha blockers. These medications decrease bladder neck muscles and muscle fibers in the prostate itself and make it easier to urinate. Alpha blockers work rapidly. Within a day or two, it'll perhaps have augmented urinary flow and need to urinate less often.
• 5 Alpha reeducates inhibitors: These medications shrink your prostate by stopping hormonal changes that cause prostate development. They normally work best for much enlarged prostates. These medications may cause sexual side effects including impotence (erectile dysfunction), decreased sexual desire or retrograde ejaculation.

SELF-CARE

Self-care steps are often enough to make you feel better.

For mild symptoms:

• Urinate when you first get the urge. Also, go to the bathroom when you have the chance, even if you don't feel a need to urinate.
• Reduce stress. Nervousness and tension can lead to more frequent urination.
• Avoid alcohol and caffeine, especially after dinner.
• Don't drink a lot of fluid all at once. Spread out fluids throughout the day. Avoid drinking fluids within 2 hours of bedtime.
• Keep warm and exercise regularly. Cold weather and lack of physical activity may worsen symptoms.
• Try NOT to take over-the-counter cold and sinus medications that contain decongestants or antihistamines. These medications can increase BPH symptoms.
• Learn and perform Kegel exercises (pelvic strengthening exercises).

Balancing therapies

There have been entitlements that a number of plant extracts, such as saw palmetto, are operative at treating symptoms of enlarged prostate. Though, there is no excellence indication to support these entitlements. In addition, these therapies are not controlled, so effective dosages and risk of side-effects is indeterminate.

If you choose to try herbal medicines, talk to your GP first.