Living with an enlarged prostate?
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) is one of the most common conditions affecting men as they age. At Prestige Medical Group, our board-certified urology team provides advanced, personalized treatment options to help relieve urinary symptoms and improve quality of life — from lifestyle changes to minimally invasive Rezūm and UroLift to surgical care.
Understanding BPH
A brief educational overview of benign prostatic hyperplasia — what it is, why it happens, and how it’s treated.
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), also known as an enlarged prostate, is one of the most common conditions affecting men as they age. At Prestige Medical Group, our board-certified urology team provides advanced, personalized treatment options to help relieve urinary symptoms and improve quality of life.
If you’re experiencing frequent urination, weak urine flow, or nighttime awakenings, you may be dealing with BPH — and effective treatment is available.
What is BPH?
A non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland
BPH is a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland that occurs naturally with age. The prostate surrounds the urethra — the tube that carries urine out of the body. As it enlarges, it can restrict urine flow, leading to uncomfortable and sometimes disruptive urinary symptoms.
The contributing factors
The exact cause of BPH is not fully understood, but it is strongly linked to these four key factors.
Hormonal shifts that occur naturally as men age
Increased dihydrotestosterone levels in the prostate
Shifts in testosterone-to-estrogen ratio
Family history can increase your risk
Symptoms of an enlarged prostate
BPH symptoms typically develop gradually and may worsen over time. They fall into three categories.
Urinary Symptoms
Bladder Symptoms
Advanced Symptoms
How BPH is diagnosed
At Prestige Medical Group, diagnosing BPH involves a comprehensive evaluation to rule out other conditions and determine severity.
Medical history and IPSS score evaluation
Physical examination of prostate (DRE)
Including PSA (prostate-specific antigen)
Visualizing prostate size and structure
Measuring urine flow rate and patterns
PVR — checking bladder emptying
Advanced bladder function (if needed)
Comprehensive treatment recommendations
From conservative to surgical
Treatment depends on symptom severity, prostate size, and overall health. Our providers customize every treatment plan — starting with the least invasive approach that’s right for you.
Lifestyle & Conservative Management
For mild symptoms, simple lifestyle adjustments often provide meaningful relief without medication.
Medications
Prescription medications target the underlying mechanisms — improving urine flow or reducing prostate size.
Minimally Invasive Procedures
Highly effective, performed in-office or outpatient. Rezūm is one of the most popular modern treatments due to minimal downtime and strong outcomes.
Surgical Options
Reserved for more advanced cases or when other approaches haven’t provided adequate relief.
Exploring non-surgical BPH care?
Prestige Medical Group is a participating site for the RAPID-3 Clinical Study — evaluating the FloStent™ System, an investigational device designed to relieve BPH symptoms through a simple outpatient procedure. If you’re interested in exploring an emerging non-surgical approach, you may qualify.
Learn About the RAPID-3 Trial →Potential complications
If BPH is left untreated
Untreated BPH can progressively affect both urinary and kidney health — making early evaluation and treatment important.
When to see a urologist
Schedule an evaluation if you’re experiencing any of these symptoms — early treatment can significantly improve quality of life.
Advanced BPH care in Tustin
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BPH questions answered
Have a question not answered here? Call us at (949) 825-7650.
Is BPH the same as prostate cancer?
What causes BPH?
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What is Rezūm?
What happens if BPH is left untreated?
Are there non-surgical BPH options?
Take control of your urinary health.
Schedule your consultation today to discuss your BPH symptoms and explore the right treatment plan for you. We’re accepting new patients at our Tustin office.