It has been observed that males after a particular age start experiencing many difficulties related to their prostate and among all conditions, enlarged prostate is the most common one. Enlarged prostate can also be named as benign prostatic hyperplasia. The chances of enlarged prostate increases with an increased age and usually happen to the males after an age of 50 years and is a common condition which sometimes may not even give a sign of its presence.

Though growing of prostate is normal but sometimes it may grow to an unusual size which may even put an impact on the urethra and squeeze it. This squeezing may cause problems in urination such as weak stream while peeing or frequent urge to urinate. The symptoms that indicate enlarged prostate condition includes weak urinary stream, blood in urine, pain while urination, weak urinary system, frequent urination in night, weak urinary system or feeling bladder is incomplete. One should not take these symptoms lightly as these could get converted in some severe conditions of enlarged prostate.

Risk factors with enlarged prostate:

The chances of BPH increases in the males due to the following factors:

Age: The more cases of enlarged prostate have been identified in the males after an age of 50 years. After 60 years, the chances becomes double and need immediate treatment.

Medical conditions: There is increased risk of enlarged prostate if the person is already suffering from medical diseases such as diabetes or heart disorders.

Lifestyle factors: The person being overweight have more chances of develoging enlarged prostate condition. Regular exercising and controlling weight can help in reducing the risk.

Gentical factors: The males may likely develop enlarged prostate condition when his any male family member (blood relatives) have already been diagnosed.  

What are the diagnosing tests for identifying enlarged prostate?

Initially, the doctor begins with the physical test which includes the estimation of size and shape of the prostate by performing a rectal examination. Other tests that could be used for diagnosing this condition includes urinalysis (testing urine for blood and bacteria), prostatic biopsy (testing prostate tissues for abnormalities), urodynamic test (for measuring pressure of bladder during urination), cytoscopy and CT Scan for providing images of the urethra and bladder.

Where to go for the enlarged prostate treatment?

Dr. Aman Gupta has been working at Fortis hospital as a senior consultant in the Department of Urology from the last 9 years providing the best treatment to complex enlarged prostate conditions. Dr. Aman has in total of 18 years of experience in the urological field during which he has completed around 12000 successful surgeries. Besides his specialization in prostate cancer, Dr. Aman Gupta also provides the best services regarding kidney transplantation, laparoscopy, robotic surgeries for prostate disorders, reconstructive urology, pediatric urology, urogynecology, and andrology. When you are wandering for the Best Urologist In Delhi to get the comfortable prostate treatment for your enlarged prostate, make a visit to Dr. Aman Gupta for excellent services.

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