Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) or "Enlarged Prostate"
Benign prostatic hyperplasia refers to a non-cancerous growth of the prostate gland that happens to most men as they grow older. This bladder enlargement may lead to a variety of urinary symptoms including:
- weak urinary stream
- difficulty starting the stream
- frequent urination
- urgent urination
- arising from sleep to urinate
In more serious situations, BPH - Enlarged Prostate can cause a complete inability to:
- urinate
- infection
- bladder stones
- failure of the bladder or kidneys to function properly
All men over the age of 50 need to have their prostate checked at least once per year to make sure there are no signs of cancer.
If you suffer from the above symptoms, you are not alone. BPH is the leading reason men visit a urologist. Read on to learn more about treating benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
ENLARGED PROSTATE TREATMENT OMAHA GUIDE
BPH Enlarged Prostate Treatment Omaha
UroLift® System BPH Enlarged Prostate Treatment in Omaha
BPH Treatment Omaha with the UroLift® System uses a minimally invasive approach that provides rapid relief and recovery of BPH symptoms. It is an earlier treatment option that can get men off BPH medications and avoid major surgery. The goal of the UroLift System treatment is to relieve symptoms so you can get back to your life and resume your daily activities.
The Omaha UroLift® System treatment at Adult & Pediatric Urology has demonstrated a significant improvement in the quality of life for patients compared to medications. The UroLift® System is the only BPH procedure shown not to cause new and lasting erectile or ejaculatory dysfunction while being a safe and effective treatment of lower urinary tract symptoms due to BPH.
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Rezum Enlarged Prostate Treatment Omaha
The Rezum treatment for BPH, or an enlarged prostate, is the first of its kind. Using water vapor therapy, this minimally invasive procedure has been shown to significantly reduce the symptoms of BPH.
How Rezūm Works?
The Rezūm therapy is completed in a single visit; there is no need for ongoing therapy.
It works by delivering very small amounts of steam to the enlarged prostate. This process damages the cells causing obstruction, thus reducing the overall size of the prostate and the symptoms associated with BPH such as:
- A weak urine stream
- Trouble starting the flow of urine
- Starting and stopping again when urinating
- Not emptying your bladder completely
- Urinating more often, especially at night
- Sudden urges to urinate
- Leaking or dribbling after you urinate
- Straining to urinate
TURP BPH Treatment Omaha
Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) is a surgery used to treat urinary problems due to an enlarged prostate.
A combined visual and surgical instrument (resectoscope) is inserted through the tip of your penis and into the tube that carries urine from your bladder (urethra). The prostate surrounds the urethra. Using the resectoscope, your doctor trims away excess prostate tissue that's blocking urine flow.
Why it's done
TURP helps reduce urinary symptoms caused by benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), including:
- Frequent, urgent need to urinate
- Difficulty starting urination
- Slow (prolonged) urination
- Increased frequency of urination at night
- Stopping and starting again while urinating
- The feeling you can't completely empty your bladder
- Urinary tract infections
TURP might also be done to treat or prevent complications due to blocked urine flow, such as:
- Recurring urinary tract infections
- Kidney or bladder damage
- Inability to control urination or an inability to urinate at all
- Bladder stones
- Blood in your urine
Talk to Your Doctor about BPH Treatments in Omaha, NE
BPH is a very common urologic condition and is one of the leading reasons men visit a urologist. Whether you have just started experiencing symptoms or if you've tried various medications or even surgery, there are a range of treatment options available.
Schedule an appointment today to discuss your BPH symptoms and ask about UroLift in Omaha, NE.
Please contact us at 402-397-7989.