Benign Prostatic Hyperpladia Flashcards
1
Q
What is benign hyperplasia?
A
It is 3nlqrgement of the prostate gland
It creates urethral compression or even obstruction
This causes urinary retention then bladder duration and hypertrophy
2
Q
What are the signs amd symptoms?
A
Urinary hesitancy
Dysuria.. pain when passing urine
Urinary dribbling
Weak urine flow/force
Bladder fullness feeling
Nocturia
3
Q
What are the signs amd symptoms?
A
Urinary hesitancy
Dysuria.. pain when passing urine
Urinary dribbling
Weak urine flow/force
Bladder fullness feeling
Nocturia
4
Q
What is the cause amd treatment
A
It is very common in older age
Treatment includes medication to shrink the prostate or relax it.
surgical procedures to move prostate tissue
