What is prostate gland enlargement?

The prostate gland is a part of the male reproductive system and is responsible for producing fluid that helps the sperm to travel during the ejaculation process. An enlarged prostate is a medical condition in which the gland becomes bigger in size compared to the normal structure. This condition affects all men once they get older. The enlarged prostate condition is medically known as Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), and it is not a type of cancer. BPH is the most common disorder of the prostate gland. It most commonly affects males between the ages of 40 and 75. Up to 90% of men over age 80 suffer from it. Its exact cause is unknown, but this is a normal process that develops as men get older.

What are the causes of BPH?

• Changes in male sex hormone levels
• Increasing age
• Increase in estrogen levels in the male body

What are the symptoms of enlarged prostate gland or BPH?

How is BPH treated?

• Medicines: Certain medications are given to relax the muscles of the bladder and prostate to help the urine to pass easily. Other medications are provided that help lower the level of hormones produced by the prostate gland. The drugs reduce prostate gland size, increase the flow of urine, and decrease the symptoms caused by BPH. Antibiotics are given to treat inflammation of the prostate gland.
• Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP): This is the most common and proven treatment to cure BPH. This procedure involves removing the prostate gland piece by piece by inserting a scope through the penis.
• Simple prostatectomy: In this procedure, the inside part of the prostate gland is removed by making an incision in the lower belly area. This procedure is performed in the case of a very large prostate gland.
• Laser: The treatment uses lasers and heat to damage the prostate issue.
• Transurethral incision of the prostate (TUIP): In this procedure, the surgeon makes a few small incisions in the prostate gland that help to widen the urethra.
• Catheterization: In this process, a tube called a catheter is placed in the bladder to drain urine. These are placed through the urethra by making a small puncture in the bladder above the pubic area. This option is helpful, but the benefits are temporary. Side effects of using catheters may be an infection, and it is not considered a long-term treatment. Good candidates for catheters are males waiting for the medicine to work or waiting for an operation.

Why choose Neelkanth Hospitals Private Limited for Enlarged prostate Treatment in Gurgaon?

If you are facing problems due to the enlarged prostate gland, Neelkanth Hospital is the right option for you. Consult with our expert urologist doctor in Gurgaon at Neelkanth Hospitals Private Limited to get the best and most affordable treatment for the enlarged prostate gland. We use advanced infrastructure to provide world-class treatment to all patients.