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What is the most common complication of benign prostatic hyperplasia?
Complications
- Sudden inability to urinate (urinary retention). You might need to have a tube (catheter) inserted into your bladder to drain the urine.
- Urinary tract infections (UTIs).
- Bladder stones.
- Bladder damage.
- Kidney damage.
Can your prostate cause pain?
The prostate gland is situated just below the bladder and surrounds the urethra. Prostatitis is a disease of the prostate that results in pain in the groin, painful urination, difficulty urinating and other symptoms. Acute bacterial prostatitis is often caused by common strains of bacteria.
Can benign prostatic hyperplasia cause back pain?
It can cause pain in the lower back, in the groin, or at the tip of the penis. Treatment may require a combination of medicines, surgery, and lifestyle changes.
Does benign prostatic hyperplasia cause inflammation?
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) has been shown to be associated with inflammatory environment, and recent studies suggest there may be inflammation-related prostate cancer growth as well.
What is the prognosis for benign prostatic hyperplasia?
Symptoms, as well as objective measurements of urethral obstruction, can remain stable for many years and may even improve over time for as many as one-third of men, according to some studies. In a study from the Mayo Clinic, urinary symptoms did not worsen over a 3.5-year period in 73\% of men with mild BPH.
What happens if BPH is left untreated?
First, although it has nothing to do with cancer, untreated BPH has the potential to lead to serious complications, ranging from urinary tract infections and stones in the bladder or kidney to urinary retention and kidney damage.
Is an enlarged prostate painful?
Both BPH and prostatitis may cause pain. However, if BPH causes pain, it usually occurs with urination (dysuria).
How do you relieve prostate pain?
The following might ease some symptoms of prostatitis:
- Soak in a warm bath (sitz bath) or use a heating pad.
- Limit or avoid alcohol, caffeine, and spicy or acidic foods, which can irritate your bladder.
- Avoid activities that can irritate your prostate, such as prolonged sitting or bicycling.
Is benign prostatic hyperplasia painful?
Both BPH and prostatitis may cause pain. However, if BPH causes pain, it usually occurs with urination (dysuria). Prostatitis may cause painful urination, painful ejaculations, and generalized groin/abdominal pain.