TURP vs. Rezūm: Why Rezūm is the Smarter Choice for BPH Treatment
TURP vs. Rezūm: Why Rezūm is the Smarter Choice for BPH Treatment When it comes to treating benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), men today have more options than ever before. Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP) and Rezūm Water Vapour Therapy are two common procedures that offer relief from the frustrating symptoms of an enlarged prostate. […]
A Men’s Guide to Prostate Health: What to Ask Your Doctor and Why It Matters
A Men’s Guide to Prostate Health: What to Ask Your Doctor and Why It Matters When it comes to prostate care, being proactive can make all the difference. Regardless of your age, knowing the right questions to ask your urologist can empower you to take control of your health. Whether you are just starting to […]
What to Expect Before, During, and After Your Rezūm Procedure
What to Expect Before, During, and After Your Rezūm Procedure If you are considering the Rezūm Water Vapour procedure to manage your BPH symptoms, it is natural to have questions about what the process is like. Learning what to expect before, during, and after the procedure can help you feel more informed and at ease […]
Minimally Invasive Surgical Therapies (MIST) for BPH Options
Minimally Invasive Surgical Therapies (MIST) for BPH Options There are a wide range of treatments available to treat BPH. The MIST category of BPH treatments includes procedures that can be done right in the doctor’s office to eliminate excess prostate tissue. It is important to be well-informed before choosing the correct BPH treatment for you. […]
Who is a Good Candidate for Rezūm Water Vapour Therapy?
Who is a Good Candidate for Rezūm Water Vapour Therapy? Rezūm Water Vapour Therapy is a new, minimally invasive therapy designed to reduce the urinary symptoms caused by an enlarged prostate. It uses steam delivered directly into swollen prostate tissue to ablate and reduce prostate size and release pressure on the urethra and permit normal […]
Reducing the Risk of BPH With Prostate Health Habits
Reducing the Risk of BPH With Prostate Health Habits As men get older, maintaining prostate health becomes increasingly important for many reasons, the most obvious being to prevent prostate cancer. However, BPH is also a common condition for aging men, where the prostate gland enlarges and causes symptoms that can disrupt your daily life. While […]
BPH: Myths vs. Facts
BPH: Myths vs. Facts Navigating the misconceptions and uncertainties surrounding Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) can be quite difficult. As a common condition affecting men, BPH often finds itself entangled in myths that can hinder an accurate understanding and timely intervention. Here, we aim to unravel the truths surrounding BPH, distinguishing between myths and facts. We […]
What Causes an Enlarged Prostate?
What Causes an Enlarged Prostate? An enlarged prostate is a common condition that affects many men as they age. It is considered a normal and even inevitable change in aging men. So, what exactly causes an enlarged prostate? Is it a hormonal change? Can it be affected by exercise and diet? Does family history play […]
How Does Alcohol Affect an Enlarged Prostate?
How Does Alcohol Affect an Enlarged Prostate? The impact of alcohol on BPH, or an enlarged prostate, has been a subject of increasing interest in the world of men’s health. The relationship between alcohol consumption and the well-being of the prostate raises important questions. Does alcohol actually have an effect on an enlarged prostate? If […]
Can BPH Lead to Prostate Cancer?
Can BPH Lead to Prostate Cancer? The month of September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. It is a time to raise awareness and educate people on prostate cancer, its risk factors, causes, symptoms, and prevention methods. It also brings up some frequently-asked questions, including the following: is prostate cancer linked to BPH? In this article, […]
