Relief from BPH is possible when you visit Dr. Asvestas
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), or an enlarged prostate, isn’t a condition that men just have to live with after a certain age. The right treatments can help you find relief from BPH. Dr. Alexandria Asvestas is a Houston urologist who helps patients learn more about benign prostatic hyperplasia and provides the treatments they need to feel better.
What treatments can provide relief from BPH?
Benign prostatic hyperplasia can drastically affect quality of life. It can cause symptoms that range from a weak urine stream to frequently feeling the urge to use the bathroom. The good news is that effective treatments are available.
Dr. Asvestas can work with you to develop a customized treatment for your symptoms. Some of the available BPH treatments include:
- Medications, such as Flomax and Hytrin, relax the prostate muscles and reduce tension on your urethra (the tube that transports urine).
- Medications, such as Proscar and Avodart, decrease production of the hormone DHT, which can slow prostate growth.
- Medications, such as dutasteride and tamsulosin, can improve urine flow.
- Surgical options, ranging from laser therapy to Aquablation, can remove prostate tissue.
The best BPH treatment for you will depend on your symptoms and severity. Most interventions offer benefits like rapid recovery, minimal downtime and lasting symptom relief.
Why is it important to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia?
Quality-of-life issues aren’t the only problems caused by benign prostatic hyperplasia. Dr. Asvestas stresses that finding relief from BPH is also important because this condition can lead to serious health complications.
- Urine retention
- Infections
- Bladder dysfunction
- Kidney damage
BPH management options that range from medications to office-based procedures and surgical intervention can help eliminate these health risks.
If you would like to meet with our Houston urologist about BPH, we invite you to contact us to schedule an appointment today. Dr. Asvestas is here to help you find lasting relief from BPH.
