Posted on 3rd October, 2023 at 12:06:31 AM
Prostate enlargement is a common condition associated with ageing. About a third of all men over 50 years of age will have symptoms of prostate enlargement. If the prostate becomes enlarged it can place pressure on the urethra, making it more difficult for the bladder to empty.
A simple treatment for prostate enlargement is to reduce the amount you drink before you go to bed.
Medications, such as alpha blockers, are also available to help relax the prostate gland muscles, or reduce its size, making it easier to urinate.
In more severe cases that fail to respond to medication, the inner part of the prostate gland that is blocking the urethra can be surgically removed using laser surgery.
Research into the best surgical techniques continues with doctors looking for maximum effectiveness and minimum side-effects.
