What is Benign Prostate Hypertrophy?
Benign prostate hypertrophy is a condition of benign enlargement of prostate mostly found in middle aged men and elder men. There is abnormal increase in the number of prostatic stromal cells and epithelial cells leading to the formation of large nodules in the pre-urethral area of the prostate. Any further increase in their sizes can block the urethral canal completely or partially, thereby resulting in the obstruction of urine flow. Several problems can develop as a result of this, such as: • Urinary hesitancy • Frequent urination • Increased risk of urinary tract infections due to stasis of bacteria in the bladder residue • Incomplete voiding • Post-urination dribble • Nocturia – Need to urinate during the night • Dysuria – Painful urination • Weak urinary stream • Urinary Retention of acute or chronic nature in which there is gradual increase in the residual urinary volume, distending the bladder • Obstructive uropathy resulting in renal failure • Urinary bladder stone formation Th
