BPH

Question 1

What are the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia?

Answer 1

Urinary frequency
hesitancy
Digital rectal exam: symmetrically enlarged, rubbery prostate

Question 2

What are the medications used to treat BPH?

Answer 2

Zosins: terazosin, tamsulosin

5-Alpha reductase inhibitor: finasteride, will shrink the prostate

Herbal medication: saw palmetto

Question 3

What should you educate a patient who takes bph medication for the first time?

Answer 3

Take medication at bedtime when lying down due to orthostatic hypotension