Enlarged Prostate (BPH) Vs. Prostate Cancer | Mark Scholz, MD

Enlarged Prostate (BPH) Vs. Prostate Cancer | Mark Scholz, MD | PCRI

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Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), or simply enlargement of the prostate gland, is a condition that is common in men as they age and can oftentimes cause confusion when it comes to the diagnosis and staging of prostate cancer. For example, BPH can cause a higher PSA which is often mistaken as a sign of more serious cancer if a physician uses older staging guidelines. Here, Alex asks medical oncologist Mark Scholz, MD, about BPH, its potential side effects, and what patients need to know about how it can potentially confuse the diagnosis or staging of prostate cancer.
0:05 What is BPH? How does it cause confusion in the world of prostate cancer?
1:42 What is a "normal-sized" prostate, and what is considered enlarged?
2:42 What causes prostate enlargement?
3:24 Are the symptoms that are often associated with prostate cancer (urinary issues, etc.) actually BPH symptoms?
4:51 What happens to the urethra when a prostate is enlarged?
7:06 Can BPH cause sexual dysfunction?
7:45 Is blood in the urine a potential sign of BPH?
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@dr.amitabhamukherjee3601 Жыл бұрын

This specialist is a brilliant man.

@TiHerr74 Жыл бұрын

My prostate was measured at 62cc during my biopsy. My PSA counts are consistently between 4.5 and 5.5. Unfortunately, I’m starting to experience urinary issues, primarily during evening trips to the bathroom. Thanks for sharing this valuable information for those of us worried that a high PSA is a sign of cancer.

@effewe2 6 ай бұрын

For the past years, I have had to go to the bathrooms numerous times in one. Yesterday, I flew from Bangkok to LA and had to use the bathroom 5 times of the first three hour flight and then 6 times on the long haul. In addition, prior to boarding I had to go to the bathroom 5 times. Then when I land two more times. Trying to sleep tonight and I had to go 5 times already. So, this is 21 trips to the bathroom. My fluid intake is not abnormal.

@bassfischer4273 Жыл бұрын

THANK YOU for providing this excellently informative channel.

@barrie888 Жыл бұрын

great presentation as usual

@roger1uk676 Жыл бұрын

Love the questions and answers format!🙏

@pmomalley Ай бұрын

Excellent discussion. I wish I would have seen before my biopsy. I had a biopsy that was recommended by my doc because my psa was 5. My MRI showed a 47cc prostate size prior to my biopsy. And based on the comments here a 5 would be normal for a 47cc prostate size. Doesn’t seem like I really needed the biopsy.

@johnnyjohnson7642 Жыл бұрын

You& your team are on the cutting ✂️ edge of prostate information to the general public, practitioners and educated consumer$, but a lot of practices just want more rides on patients insurance primary, secondary & co payments $$$,

@jimbrew4529 3 ай бұрын

My enlarged prostate may have saved my life. I went in for urinary symptoms and ended up also having an aggressive prostate cancer, 4-5, 5-4. My lady medical practioner hadnt been ordering psa tests or digital inspections in my exams, so it went undetected. Luckily, the cancer was confined to the prostate.

@goyo2897 Жыл бұрын

Best ties in the business!!

@HankGoodness Жыл бұрын

First, thank you for all your informative videos, much appreciated. I have prostate cancer and have been on active surveillance for 3 years. Can you simultaneously have prostatitis and/or BPH at the same time as prostate cancer?

@nvan78 Жыл бұрын

Have both BPH and low-grade prostate cancer (3+3). 70 cc gland,, PSA 11 even while taking Flomax and Avodart together for several yrs. On Active Surveillance and MRI scheduled in two months. Enjoy the informative videos.

@briang.299 Жыл бұрын

Could the doctor do a video for men that have BPH but also need testosterone therapy? I have both and yet the information out there is mixed. Thanks

@Allessio777 Жыл бұрын

I have both BPH and FavIntermediate PC. What is causing my urinary symptoms to worsen and improve day to day, sometimes morning to afternoon? It would sure make my life easier, If there was something I could do to control these systems!

@jamesvezina9886 5 ай бұрын

Thank you for info I just checked my MRI & biopsy from April 2023 reports to see my prostate size It said 24cc Does that include volume not length The dimension of 3 tumors was about 1.0cm or a little less I wonder how much area of prostate had cancer My follow-up radiation practioner has me take Flo max for urinary improvement I think it helps but I must urinate at nite a few times What is normal prostate size.? Thank you for informative videos

@michaelcasey6546 Жыл бұрын

Firstly thank you so much for all these videos, I'm a 50 year old man with a 32cc prostate, Mri showed a pi rads 4 and 16 core random plus targeted biopsy came back benign, my psa is 2.8, I also had a bad bout of prostatitis about 3 months before the mri scan, I'm just wondering can you advise me on where I go next regarding this, thank you again guys for all your helpful and insightful information.

@sufibra1051 Жыл бұрын

Where you go next , just live your life bro, nothing wrong with you.

@calbob750 Жыл бұрын

PCRI is the one source that every adult male should seek out and learn from. My first TURP was in 2009. My “ peach size” prostate PSA went from 2.0 to 6.3 over 12 years. After years of enduring all the signs, symptoms, diagnosis procedures and TURP, the HoLEP procedure finally brought long term relief. In my case Medicare covered.

@johnnyjohnson7642 Жыл бұрын

Nice medical stuff,I have been following you guys for 2 yrs. Now but a lot of medical practitioner$ atr still very greedy & opt for more expensive procedure$ to get more bang for $$ bucks,not in interest of do no harm to the patients,,& I have a problem with that

@tanzilaislam2609 8 ай бұрын

My dad had PSA level 0.8 and enlarged prostate of 75cc. How they are related?

@jessman8597 11 ай бұрын

I'm terrified of getting older. I'm just now realizing how humiliating and painful this is. Urology offers nothing but pain and humiliation. Desperately need more women in urology to make it the tiniest but better. This is so terrifying.

@rallegra 8 ай бұрын

Getting good information like this is really helpful to allay fears. If you don’t have symptoms don’t worry. Find a good doctor to monitor your health.

@MrMediterrano Жыл бұрын

I assume the HPV (Humanpapilomavirus) plays a role in prostate enlargement and maybe even in prostate cancer.

@dgre334 Жыл бұрын

I have BPH causing various urinary symptoms. I also have prostate cancer (gleeson 4+3) and due for a radical prostatecomy. Will the removal of my enlarged prostate improve my urinary symptoms?

@TheJon2442 Жыл бұрын

Make sure you engage a good surgeon. Good luck! After surgery I still have real issues!

@jimbrew4529 4 ай бұрын

I've got the same issue. I'm not a physician, but think prostrate removal would solve the urinary problem. However, less radical treatments might be preferred?

@dgre334 4 ай бұрын

@@jimbrew4529 I had my surgery 15 mths ago. Urinary problems gone although I have minor leakage and wear 1 light pad per day. The trade-off was worth it. I also have ED which is unlikely to improve. Radiation was not recommended as it would further impact urinary symptoms.

@dgre334 4 ай бұрын

@@jimbrew4529 had surgery 14 mths ago. Urinary symptoms resolved. Minor leakage requires 1 pad per day. Good trade-off. Radiation not recommended as it would make symptoms worse.

@jimbrew4529 4 ай бұрын

@@dgre334 Sounds like it worked out well for you! I'm meeting with urologist on Monday to discuss options.

@pontesieve Жыл бұрын

I was initially diagnosed with BPH , after tests and a MRI which didn’t show anything sinister, but PSA kept creeping up and the biopsy confirmed PC 3+4 Gleason 7 and graded at T3a , thank god for the PSA , still don’t know how a MRI scan missed it

@wormsnake1 8 ай бұрын

What treatment did you proceed with? Thank you.x

@pontesieve 8 ай бұрын

@@wormsnake1 I proceeded with a prostatectomy robotic keyhole surgery by Da Vinci robot, the was delayed by 4 months during the height of pandemic lockdown here in the Uk. Was out after 2 days and I am being tested for PSA annually , so far reading 0.1 PSA .I am well but really hit me mentally and although free of cancer their some permanent side effects following surgery, that you do eventually learn to live with, please feel free to ask any more questions

@wormsnake1 7 ай бұрын

@@pontesieve I’m glad the surgery went well my friend. I think the in continence issues and ED improve over time. It’s a blessing in many ways. Are you back there work? Do you hope to if not right now? I had a friend who sadly left it too late and there was no treatment available for him. I am in and out of hospital at the moment. Scary times but we are here and still alive. Keep on keeping on. 🙏❤️

@wormsnake1 7 ай бұрын

@@pontesieve Also I forgot to ask what did your PSA eventually creep up too? Thanks again.x

@wormsnake1 7 ай бұрын

@@pontesieve Also how old are you??!! I promise no more questions!🙏❤️😂.x