BPH or Enlarged Prostate — Treatment Options
Men who experience symptoms of BPH or enlarged prostate usually require treatment at some point. In men with slightly enlarged prostates, early treatment may not be necessary. Studies have shown that symptoms clear up without treatment in about one third of all mild cases of BPH or enlarged prostate. In these cases, regular checkups are recommended to watch for any problems. This approach to BPH or enlarged prostate is called "watchful waiting."
Active treatment is usually recommended when the condition causes an inconvenience to the patient, the symptoms become bothersome, or it becomes a risk to the patient's overall health.
The most commonly used treatments for BPH or enlarged prostate include:
