Thank you very much for your response.Unfortunately my Urologist has stopped drugs & advised only to go for Surgery,even though urgency is not envisaged.
I consulted my physician who in turn prescribed Veltam tablet-one at night & Himplasia one tablet in the morning,to continue for a month & then stop to assess any improvement.
I have no choice but to wait & watch.My enlargement is external and don't expect sudden problem.
As a matter of fact,if PSA wouldn't have been checked in Oct.2012,as 8.78,which is below 10,nothing serious,beyond, with 4/5times urination at night.With treatment I am alarmed of infection,possibility of cancer and what not.Sometimes no knowledge is blessing!
Since PSA is 3.6now and postviod vol is fairly ok with lower frequency of 2/3times,i must thank the physician/urologist,as cancer possibility is ruled out.
I am only concern as Duprost side reaction indicates induced cancer(Drugs.com),low bp & blurred vision.
If you can review and advise only for Flomax/Urimax instead of VELTAM,it may help me to discuss with my physician who started treatment once again after a month break.
I wish you would appreciate my anxiety, having read about Prostate on Internet,generated psychological impact.
Thanks once again.
with warm regards,
At the age of 75 these would be normal/ near normal flow rates and the post void volume and PSA levels have shown improvement over time. Though the post void volume is slightly higher than normal, it would not be considered particularly abnormal at the age of 75 years. If there are no specific symptoms such as recurrent UTI or urinary issues, I do not see a clear benefit in undergoing the surgery. Continuing the medication and regular monitoring of prostate size and PSA would be advised at this time. I would suggest discussing the situation and the suggested management plan in detail with your treating urologist.
Hope this is helpful.
Take care!