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By Dr. Dee | May 1, 2006
Hello, I am Doctor Dee. Welcome to my web site. If you have questions to a medical problem feel free to write to me about it and I promise to respond with the best of my abilities and as soon as I can. To post a question go to this page.
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When should surgery be considered to treat Benign Prostate Hypertrophy (BHP)?
By Dr. Dee | October 6, 2007
Surgical options for BHP are visited when there are symptoms of incontinence (leak), repeated urinary tract infections, urinary retention, etc. The choice of surgery depends on the age of the patient, the size of the prostate and the symptoms suffered by the patient. There are various surgical options available. The most common one is surgery done by a trans urethral procedure (via the urethra or the tube that carries urine to the exterior via the penis). These procedures are done under anesthesia, and are relatively pain free except for some post operative discomfort.
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How is Benign Prostate Hypertrophy (BHP) treated?
By Dr. Dee | October 5, 2007
BHP treatment requires self care, medications and surgery. Your doctor will tailor treatment depending on the age, the presentation, the severity of symptoms and associated complications. Read the rest of this entry »
There are some medications that can decrease symptoms of BPH. These are -
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How do I deal (or live) with Benign Prostate Hypertrophy (BHP)?
By Dr. Dee | September 21, 2007
Here are some tips on dealing with BHP
- Avoid drinking a lot of water before bedtime. (2-3 hours before going to bed). This will prevent nocturnal awakenings to pass urine.
- Be patient when emptying your bladder, wait a while till the final dribble.
- Make sure you visit the toilet with every urge.
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