USA Prostate Centers

Treatment options for an enlarged prostate range from medication and minimally invasive procedures to surgery. The best choice for you depends on factors like your prostate size, age, overall health, and the severity of your symptoms. For mild to moderate symptoms, doctors often suggest medication and lifestyle changes. If symptoms are more severe, a doctor may recommend a minimally invasive procedure like prostatic artery embolization (PAE) offered at USA Prostate Centers. In cases where symptoms continue to worsen, surgical procedures such as transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) or a robotic-assisted prostatectomy may be necessary.

Untreated benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) can lead to several long-term issues, including urinary tract infections, bladder stones, and urinary retention, where the bladder is unable to fully empty out. More severe cases may result in kidney damage or kidney failure due to chronic obstruction. Additionally, some evidence suggests that the chronic inflammation linked to BPH might increase the risk of developing high-grade prostate cancer.