Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is common in men over the age of 50 and can cause urinary problems. At Andrology Valencia, we offer personalized treatments, including pills and medications, to relieve symptoms and improve the quality of life.
¡Importante! No tomes medicación sin la recomendación de un urólogo o profesional sanitario
Existen diferentes tipos de medicación para tratar la hiperplasia benigna de próstata (HBP), cada uno enfocado en aliviar los síntomas y mejorar el flujo urinario. La elección de un tratamiento u otro depende de la gravedad de los síntomas, el tamaño de la próstata y las características del paciente.
Here are the main treatments available:
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Alpha-blockers are medicines that help relax the muscles of the prostate and bladder, making it easier for urine to pass through. Although they do not reduce the size of the prostate, they quickly relieve symptoms. Among the pickups most used in Spain are:
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These drugs help to reduce the size of the prostate by blocking the enzyme 5-alpha-reductase, which converts testosterone into dihydrotestosterone, promoting prostate growth. Some of the most common drugs in Spain are:
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For some patients with severe symptoms or a considerably enlarged prostate, a combination of both types of medications is recommended. A common treatment in Spain is:
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PDE5 inhibitors, such as Tadalafil, may be useful in some cases of BPH, especially in patients who also suffer from erectile dysfunction. The most commonly used medicine in Spain is:
The main benefits include:
If medications do not adequately relieve symptoms, there are other treatment options, such as minimally invasive surgery or techniques such as Rezum, which may be more suitable depending on the patient’s situation.
