Understanding Prostate and Urinary Symptoms
Urinary symptoms such as a weak stream or frequent night-time urination can have several causes, including an enlarged prostate. Assessment comes before any decision about surgery.
Information on this page is general and cannot confirm a diagnosis or a treatment recommendation for an individual patient.
Symptoms and Assessment
These concerns are reasons to seek an individual assessment:
- Difficulty starting urination
- A weak urine stream
- Frequent or urgent urination
Treatment Decisions
A urologist may review symptoms, medicines and tests. Observation, medicines or procedures such as TURP or laser surgery may be considered depending on the diagnosis. Being unable to urinate requires urgent assessment.
Ask the clinic which qualified clinician can assess you, which options are available, and where any recommended procedure would take place.
Questions for Your Consultation
What is causing my urinary symptoms, and what are the non-surgical options?
Also ask about alternatives, possible complications, cost or insurance requirements, expected recovery and follow-up for your situation.
Further Reading
For general medical information, see independent patient guidance. Your treating clinician should advise on your own care.