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BPH Flashcards

1
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What is BPH?

A

Age related increase in size of the prostate gland

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What are the main symptoms of BPH?

A 
Difficulty initiating 
Poor stream / flow 
Feeling of not emptied fully 
Frequency 
Nocturia
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3
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Treat BPH

A 
Alpha blocker (Tamzulosin) 
And 5 alpha reductase inhibitor (finasteride)
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How do the meds work in BpH?

A

Decrease testosterone in prostate

Reduce size of prostate and PSA

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