If you’re living with the discomfort and inconvenience of an enlarged prostate, you’re not alone. About 50% of men between the ages of 51 and 60 have the condition and as many as 70% of men 60 to 69 and 80% of those older than 70 also have a benign (noncancerous) enlarged prostate.
The prostate is a small gland that’s normally about the size of a ping-pong ball. It’s located deep inside a man’s groin and is important to reproduction because it supplies semen. When enlarged it can place pressure on the bladder and the urethra, which is the tube that urine passes through.
A benign prostate can create uncomfortable symptoms that interrupt daily life. But, a urologist like Dr. W. Cooper Buschemeyer here at Buschemeyer Urology in Conroe and The Woodlands, Texas can help with the state-of-the-art treatment with Rezūm. Read on to learn more about how this water vapor therapy can give you long-lasting relief.
An enlarged prostate, medically called benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), often shows up with bothersome symptoms such as:
These symptoms can disrupt daily life, interrupt your night’s sleep, and lead to frustration.
Rezūm stands out as a groundbreaking, minimally invasive treatment that effectively addresses the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia. It uses the power of water vapor therapy to gently shrink and remove excess prostate tissue, providing long-lasting relief.
Rezūm® is a minimally invasive procedure performed in an outpatient setting, eliminating the need for traditional surgery. Most men recover quickly after treatment with Rezūm®, and can return to normal activities within a few days. You don’t have to worry about drugs that cause unwanted side effects either.
The innovative treatment offers enduring relief, so you can truly regain control over your bladder function. And, unlike some treatments that may impact sexual function, Rezūm preserves sexual function while easing your enlarged prostate symptoms.
During the Rezūm procedure, Dr. Buschemeyer injects sterile water vapor into the prostate tissue. This causes the cells to gently shrink and die, resulting in a reduction of your prostate's size and reduced pressure on the urethra. Over time, the body naturally absorbs the treated tissue, and your normal urinary function is restored.
Each treatment takes just 9 seconds. You usually need a series of treatments; Dr. Buschemeyer sets up a treatment plan based on your particular case.
If you’re bothered by the symptoms of an enlarged prostate, Rezūm could be right for you. Here at Buschemeyer Urology, we can help you determine the best way forward in treating your prostate. Call today or use the online tool to schedule an appointment.
