What are the management options for BPH?
BPH requires treatment if the symptoms are bothersome or if the urinary tract is seriously affected.
There are several common management options:
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Watchful waiting: If the person is not bothered by the symptoms they, along with their doctor, can monitor the condition regularly to see if the condition worsens.
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Drug therapy: The doctor will choose an appropriate medication specific to the patient’s needs.
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Surgery: The most common type for BPH is transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP), which is effective at relieving symptoms quickly.
