Since last one month or so I am experiencing slow flow of urine with burning sensation at times. Initially the urine will not come out only but after a while urine starts flowing slowly. I have also to exert pressure to empty my bladder. Is it the problem associated with age (78 years, male) and related to prostate gland ?
Please suggest the treatment, medication and cure.
Ans: Hi. It is likely to be due to the enlargement of the prostate gland, which is the most common cause for symptoms at this age. I would suggest you to get USG abdomen to determine the prostate size. Also get PSA (Prostate specific antigen) test in the blood. After these two reports, consult an Urologist who would prescribe medicines. In majority of the cases, you will get symptomatic relief with medications.