Men's reproductive organs include the prostate gland.
The walnut-shaped prostate gland aids in the production of semen, the fluid in which sperm are suspended.
The urinary bladder and urethra both travel via the prostate, which is located in the lower abdomen. The prostate of a young guy is the size of a walnut. It slowly increases in size over time. It might become problematic if it grows to an excessive size. After the age of 50, this is extremely prevalent. Men's risk of developing prostate problems increases as they age.
Prostate Harry's Dictum A Benign or Malignant Prostate Tumour affects 60% of men over 60 years of age, while 70% of those over 70 have a Benign or Malignant Prostate Tumour.
Some examples of prostatic abnormalities:
- 1. Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy (BPH)
- 2. Prostatic Cancer
These become more common as we become older. Age-related urine incontinence is frequently attributed to the BPH.
Prostate Enlargement Signs and Symptoms:
- Straining to pass urine.
- Poor stream of urine.
- Unsatisfactory urination sessation as some amount of urine is still left in the bladder.
- Increased frequency of urine specially at night.
- Hesitancy in passing urine.
- In extreme enlargement of the prostate, there might be blood in urine, Acute retention of urine.
- IPSS (International Prostate symptom Score) Symptom.
- DRE (digital rectal exam)--a test to feel the prostate
- PSA (prostate-specific antigen) test--a blood test
- Uroflowmetry.
- Sonography of prostate for size and post-void reside
Utkarsh Hospital uses the most up-to-date technology, such as endoscopes and lasers, to provide high-quality care to its patients.