Bph Diagnosis

• Medical history assessment
• Physical examination
• Urine tests
• Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test
• Uroflowmetry
• International Prostate Symptom Score (IPSS)
• Imaging tests
• Cystoscopy

During the diagnostic process for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), you can expect the following:

1. Medical history assessment to discuss symptoms and their impact.
2. Physical examination, including a digital rectal examination (DRE) to assess the size and condition of the prostate.
3. Urine tests to rule out other conditions.
4. Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) blood test to evaluate prostate health.
5. Uroflowmetry to measure urine flow and identify obstructions.
6. International Prostate Symptom Score (IPSS) questionnaire to assess symptom severity.
7. Imaging tests like ultrasound to visualize the prostate.
8. In some cases, cystoscopy may be performed to examine the urinary tract.

BPH can be diagnosed without experiencing urinary symptoms in some cases. The diagnosis of BPH is primarily based on the results of medical history, physical examination, and diagnostic tests. While urinary symptoms are common with BPH, the size and condition of the prostate gland, as well as the results of tests like DRE, PSA levels, and imaging studies, can help confirm the diagnosis even in the absence of noticeable urinary symptoms.