BENIGN PROSTATIC HYPERPLASIA
I. Introduction
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) is a common condition in older men. In BPH, the
prostate gets bigger and slows or blocks the flow of urine. The prostate is a gland in the male
reproductive system located around the urethra, the tube that carries urine from the bladder to the
outside of the body. Enlargement of the prostate usually doesn't cause serious problems, but it
can cause bothersome symptoms such as difficulty urinating, having to urinate frequently, and a
feeling of incomplete urination. BPH is harmless and does not become cancerous, but it can
affect quality of life.
II. DISCUSSION
IIa. Definition and Classification
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) is a non-malignant enlargement of the prostate, a
gland in the male reproductive system that is located around the urethra. This usually occurs in
older males and can affect the flow of urine. BPH can be classified based on its size and level of
symptoms. There are three main classifications namely:
1. Mild BPH: Prostate size less than 30 cc and mild symptoms such as increased urinary
frequency.
2. Moderate BPH: Prostate size between 30-60 cc and more serious symptoms such as
difficulty starting to urinate and a feeling of incomplete urination.
3. Severe BPH: The prostate is larger than 60 cc and the symptoms are very serious such as
urinary retention and possible infection.
This is only a guideline and a final diagnosis must be made by a doctor after conducting an
examination and assessing the level of symptoms and overall health condition.
IIb. Etiology and Risk Factors
The exact cause of BPH is not known, but several factors play a role, including:
Age: BPH usually occurs in older men and prevalence increases with age.
