An enlarged prostate, explained for Cobb men
In midlife, plenty of Cobb men start getting up at night to urinate, waiting for the stream to begin, or walking away feeling unfinished. A benign, age-related prostate enlargement is a frequent reason.
Sorting out the cause
Other things can look like BPH, including infection, a narrowed urethra, bladder stones and some decongestants. The visit usually includes a urine test, a brief exam and a bladder scan to see how well you empty.
Choosing a path
Some men do fine with small habit changes and watchful follow-up. Others start medicine. If relief isn't enough, outpatient procedures are available in Marietta, chosen by prostate size and by what matters to you, such as protecting ejaculation. Each choice has trade-offs, and those are discussed openly.
Don't wait on warning signs
Blood in the urine, fevers, or a stream that keeps getting weaker deserve a prompt appointment.