Prostate glands in men cause serious problems at times which are known to have multiple repercussions. Although most variants of prostate problems are considered to be potentially harmless, their symptoms might interfere with normal body functions in extreme cases. Hence, the need to tackle these symptoms by processes like enlarged prostate surgery has emerged as a popular means of dealing with prostate problems. Although, non surgical methods are also available for treating prostate problems, sometimes surgery may have to be used for quick and effective relief.

Prostate problems might occur in several forms. The most common manifestation of this problem is the BPH or the Benign Prostate Hyperplasia in which case there is substantial enlargement of the prostate glands. This may subsequently lead to prostate cancer. Prostate cancer could be even life threatening in certain cases especially in elderly patients. Another variant is prostatis which causes inflammation or irritation in the prostate glands and is generally caused by bacterial infection.

The Benign Prostate Hyperplasia is a common occurrence in males above 50 years of age. This is caused when the prostate gland swells up or enlarges thereby generating unwarranted pressure on the urethra. This causes irregular bladder control because the urine passes through the urethra before being excreted from the body. The pressure therefore causes the need for urgent urination. Other symptoms also include leaking and dripping of urine, inability to control the flow of urine and frequent as well as reduced urination. Blood stains in urine could also be a symptom of BPH in advanced stages. This condition is frequently treated with the help of enlarged prostate surgery.

Surgical treatments incorporate either an open surgery or one that is done through the urethra. If the prostate gland shows substantial enlargement, then an open surgery is preferred. Surgical methods do not cure the prostate problem; they just remove a piece of the enlarged gland to provide substantial relief during urination and other normal body functions which are related to the prostate. The most common enlarged prostate surgery is the “Transurethral Resection of the Prostate” or the TURP. In this process, a tube is inserted through the urethra and a wire loop is used to cut away pieces of the prostate while supervising through a cytoscope. TURP is an open surgery which requires hospitalization and local anaesthesia for successful completion.

TURP is not the same as removing the entire prostate gland. Prostate glands are generally removed in entirety for preventing the spread of prostate cancer, in patients suffering from it. It is generally done by a process called radical prostatectomy. TURP is used for alleviating the problems faced due to BPH in particular, and only reduces the size of the gland by removing tissues from it. However, in certain cases the prostate might grow back and start giving problems once again.

TURP may have a temporary effect on the sexual functions of an individual. He might find it difficult to ejaculate semen during orgasm. However, these problems normally settle down within a year of the surgery or can even be treated through medications. Surgery can therefore be a viable alternative to deal with prostate problems.

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