Available Nearly all men develop enlarged prostates as they age. Even though BPH is common, only about 10 to 20 percent of men have urinary symptoms severe enough to require medical care.
Conventional treatments range from medication to surgery.
Unfortunately, these treatments can cause unpleasant side effects, such as incontinence and impotence. Two Inova hospitals now offer new treatment options for men who want to avoid these potential side effects. With thermotherapy, an option available at Inova Alexandria Hospital, a tiny antenna is inserted into the urethra and positioned in the prostate. With this procedure, an Indigo laser inserted into the prostate destroys excess prostate tissue.