Dr. Robert Nadler answers the question: 'What Is Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia?' March 16, 2009 -- Question: What is benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), and how is BPH treated? Answer: BHP, or benign ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: Please tell us about the safety of taking 5 mg of finasteride for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). One urologist prescribed it, claiming that it is safe and prevents serious bladder ...

A trial of a permanent prostatic urethral stent for treatment of BPH demonstrated early success. A novel prostatic urethral stent can reduce lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) in men with benign ...

Dear Dr. Roach: I am 71 and began having urinary issues due to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) many years ago. I took alpha blockers (Flomax, double Flomax and tadalifil), which didn't provide any ...

Previous studies may have overlooked the placebo effect. Botulinum toxin type A provides no clinical benefit for lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) or benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), a new review ...

Dear Dr. Roach: I have benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), and I am taking tamsulosin daily. It works and helps with my daily urination. How long should I continue to take it? Are there any related ...