Prostate hyperplasia, also known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), refers to the non malignant growth of male prostate tissue and is a common male reproductive system disease. The prostate is an important organ in the male reproductive system, mainly responsible for the generation and discharge of reproductive fluid. As age increases, prostate tissue undergoes a certain degree of hyperplasia, which is a normal physiological phenomenon in many men. However, excessive prostate hyperplasia beyond the normal range can cause various symptoms and discomfort. Let's take a look at the relevant knowledge of prostate hyperplasia together.
1、 The specific etiology of benign prostatic hyperplasia is not yet clear, but it is related to age and decreased testosterone levels. Here are some possible causes: Alcohol abuse and excessive indulgence: Some men have developed a bad habit of drinking alcohol for a long time, even frequently drinking alcohol, unaware that alcohol has a strong stimulation on the male body. Under the stimulation of alcohol, the prostate will be in a congested state, and after long-term and repeated congestion, it will evolve into prostate hyperplasia. In addition, excessive sexual activity can also lead to frequent congestion of the prostate area, causing it to enlarge due to blood stasis and leading to prostate hyperplasia.
Long term sitting: Long term sitting is one of the causes of prostate hyperplasia. During prolonged sitting, the prostate gland will be significantly compressed, and even cause local blood circulation to be blocked, leading to prostate congestion and the occurrence of prostate hyperplasia.
Disease factors: Some patients may experience prostate enlargement due to diseases such as prostatitis, cystitis, urethritis, etc. If patients do not treat prostatitis thoroughly, it can cause prostate edema, congestion, and accumulation of inflammatory substances, leading to prostate enlargement.
2、 Symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia
Frequent urination and urgency: Normal adults urinate 4-6 times during the day and 0-2 times at night. For urinary frequency exceeding 8 times in 24 hours and nocturia occurring twice or more at night, it is called urinary frequency. Urinary urgency refers to the urgent need to urinate as soon as there is urine, which is difficult to control. Urinary frequency and urgency often occur together in clinical practice.
Difficulty urinating: "In the past, I urinated five meters against the wind, but now the wind has wet my feet." This is the best description of the difficulty of urinating, which requires a considerable amount of effort to discharge the urine. The curve of urination is also straight downward, and it has to be accompanied by the slogan often posted on the urinal, "One small step forward, one big step towards civilization.
Urination waiting: abbreviated as urine waiting, refers to the inability to urinate smoothly and the need to wait for some time to brew before urinating.
Incomplete urination: Every man has probably heard of incomplete urination, which refers to feeling the bladder is full, the urge to urinate, the feeling of fullness in the lower abdomen cannot be relieved after urination, the inability to completely discharge urine, continuous dripping, or the manifestation of the urge to urinate after urination.
Increased nocturia: Normal people usually urinate 0-2 times at night, with a urine volume of 300-400 milliliters, which is about 1/4 to 1/3 of the total amount within 24 hours. Symptoms beyond this range can be considered as increased nocturia.
3、 Prevention and Precautions for Prostate Hyperplasia
Although prostate hyperplasia is a physiological phenomenon that occurs with age, some preventive measures can slow down the progression of the condition and alleviate symptoms. Here are some suggestions:
1. Maintain a healthy lifestyle, including a balanced diet, moderate exercise, and avoiding overexertion.
2. Regular physical examinations, timely medical treatment, and regular check ups on prostate health.
3. Pay attention to bladder training, try to maintain normal urination habits, avoid holding urine for too long and frequent urination.
4. Alcohol and coffee have diuretic and stimulating effects, which can cause symptoms such as increased urine output, frequent urination, and urgency. It is necessary to limit the intake of alcoholic and caffeinated beverages appropriately. Smoking may increase the risk of prostate enlargement and should be avoided as much as possible.
5. Avoid sitting for long periods of time and try to get up and move around at regular intervals to avoid prolonged pressure on the abdomen and pelvic area.
6. Drink enough water every day, which helps dilute urine and alleviate discomfort during urination.
7. Manage psychological stress. Long term anxiety, tension, and stress may affect the health of the urinary system. It is important to learn to relax and reduce stress.
8. Pay attention to local hygiene, keep the external genitalia clean, and avoid the occurrence of infection or inflammation.
The above suggestions are for reference only and do not represent specific individualized medical advice. If you have doubts or symptoms of prostate hyperplasia, please seek medical advice from a professional doctor in a timely manner.