Do you know about your chances of developing a prostate problem? If you have developed prostrate problem what step should you take? There are many more questions like that might whirlwind in your mind. We have accumulated wealth of information here that would prove a milestone in handling the prostate issues effectively and come up proper and timely solution.
Prostate problem develops way before we actually come to know about it. Dr Anshuman Agarwal strongly believes that having an adequate information about the prostate diseases and its treatment option will massively help the patient to combat with this disease in the most clinical manner.
What is Prostate?
Prostate is the name of walnut-sized gland found in men only. It is the part of the reproductive system that is located just below the bladder and encompasses the urethra. It is responsible for making fluid for semen. It grows with the age, which usual, however, if it gets too large, it may cause several health issues which is very common after age 50.
The most common prostate problem
The most common prostate problem may include:
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Prostate Enlargement (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
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Prostatitis (Inflammation of the prostate)
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Prostate Cancer
Prostate Enlargement (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
It is a very common issue in older men. It is also called prostate gland enlargement. The enlarged prostate compresses the urethra, making it difficult to urinate. It can potentially cause some uncomfortable urinary symptoms such as difficulty in urinating, dribbling after you urinate, urge to urinate a lot. It may also prompt the odds of developing bladder, urinary tract or kidney problem.
Treatment
Medication: Some enlarged prostate condition can be treated with the help of the medication. The medication helps the prostate to shrink or relax the muscles near the prostate to ease the symptoms.
Surgery: Surgical option is envisaged when nothing else works to reduce the symptoms. There are several types of surgery that is conducted to smoothen the flow of urine.
Other treatments: Some other options may include such as radio waves, microwaves or laser therapy to treat the urinary condition caused by BPH
Prostatitis
Prostatitis is the condition referring to an inflamed or swollen prostate glands. It is usually caused by bacterial infection. Unlike BPH or prostate cancer, it may occur in men of all ages.
Treatment
The Prostatitis is usually treated with antibiotics. The intake of medication may last for four weeks.
Prostate Caner
A prostate cancer usually transpires in older men. It rarely occurs in men under 40. The risk factors of developing prostate cancer include being over 65 or have a family history of such disease.
The symptoms may include problem in passing urine (pain, dribbling, difficulty in starting or stopping urine), low back pain, pain with ejaculation.
Treatment
The treatment of prostate cancer, largely depends on the stage of the cancer. Although, there are several treatment options available, nevertheless, you have to consult the doctor to know which one is the best for you. The treatment options may comprise as such:
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Active surveillance (watchful waiting)
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Hormone therapy
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Radiation therapy
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Chemotherapy
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Combination of treatment