BPH

[walker2006]

It's hard to believe that I would have these symptoms at my age, but I do. I'm very active and eat well and otherwise very healthy, but just have had my bph issue for over 5 yrs now. I've tried meds but they are only slightly helping. I go often, get up at least twice or more per night, very weak stream, etc... I see more negative stories than positive on the internet, but I'm sure that's the case with all experiences (the negative get posted more), or at least I hope. I had ACL surgery and saw a lot of negative posts, but I had no big issues.

Anyhow, just curious what route I should go with treatment at my age. I want this fixed, because I'm just always exhausted. I have a young family, demanding job (and wife) and like to work out, so this issue is really starting to affect my personality and psyche. I think the laser option looks like a good option, but just want to make sure it's durable (long lasting). I'm a little worried about the sexual function loss too. I'm only guessing that because I'm a little younger than most that have this surgery that maybe I'll recover faster than average, or maybe that's just optimism.

Please feel free to offer up advice, opinion, experience. I would really appreciate it.

[gott1936]

Walker 2006, you are right. Most of the stories on this website are negative. I am over twice your age. At your age, I would recommend you obtain a copy of the " Johns Hopkins, White paper for Prostate Disorders ", It only cost $19.95. Everything you want to know is in it.
The prostate has three zones. A left, right and center. My left and right are expanding, but my center zone is not, therefore, at 72 years old, my urinal problems are minor. It sound like your center zone is expanding which can cause problems. Good luck, and do not give up! They are a lot of solutions out there.

[mrcoyote]

OK, once again I feel I should voice my opinion. First thing to remember is that everybody is different.
I have a 37 year old friend who was diagnosed with prostate cancer a year after his first PSA reading which was very low. So, anything can happen. Now.....you have BPH as diagnosed by a urologist, right?
And he has prescribed the usual medications people take for this. Is he the one who has or has not talked to you about laser TURP? I ask you this because most urologists try to control BPH with drugs as long as they can, and typically put off the surgery for a few reasons, especially in young people. First, this type of surgery (which I have had) most often results in retrograde ejaculation. It probably would with you. You will have to sign a document saying you are aware of the possible side effects before they will do the surgery. So, this can be a big deal for a younger guy. Secondly, the surgery doesn't last forever. My doctor told me I would probably be good for ten years or more, but that depends greatly on the person. So, what I'm trying to say is, that you pretty much have to be a "candidate" for this type of surgery before they will be keen on doing it. The quality of life that you are experiencing also makes a big difference in whether or not they will want to do it at your age. Let me suggest you talk to your urologist about this and tell him the drugs are not cutting it and you are not getting the results you require to live a happy life. But I wouldn't really expect them to be eager to do Laser TURP on you.
And please remember, ONLY talk to a Board Certified Urologist who has done many, many of these procedures and is on top of their game with this stuff. Research is your key to success.

[gizzmo]

Greetings
I've just read your post i have had bph since my late twenties now im 59 i had a turp 2 years ago ive tried every thing before that flomax killed my sleep saw palmetto wate time other drugs waste time best thing that helped me was hytrin 10 ml. they start you out 2m work you up to 10m this help my stream better than anything very inexpensive drug turp would be my last option also caffeine high acid foods can agitate this problem this was my experience hope it helps.