Bladder Problems Treatment in India

Amit Mehta, a 58-year-old accountant, had...

Amit Mehta, a 58-year-old accountant, had always been active and health-conscious. Over the past year, he noticed a gradual but persistent change. He was getting up to urinate 4-5 times every night, disrupting his sleep. During the day, he felt a frequent, urgent need to go, sometimes barely making it to the restroom in time, which was embarrassing during long client meetings. His morning walks were now planned around known public toilets. His primary care doctor in Internal Medicine, Dr. Sharma, listened empathetically. After ruling out a simple infection, Dr. Sharma explained that Amit's symptoms pointed toward an enlarged prostate (BPH) affecting his bladder. He recommended a series of tests: a urine flow test, a bladder scan to check for residual urine, and possibly a cystoscopy to visualize the bladder and urethra. Amit was apprehensive about the invasive nature of a cystoscopy. The procedure itself was uncomfortable but brief, with a local anesthetic gel. The tests confirmed BPH with significant bladder outlet obstruction. Post-procedure, Amit experienced mild burning for a day, which subsided quickly. The clear diagnosis was a relief. Dr. Sharma started him on medication to relax the prostate and improve urine flow. Within a few weeks, Amit's nighttime trips reduced to one or two, and his urgency and control improved dramatically. Emotionally, he moved from a state of quiet frustration and embarrassment, feeling his body was betraying him, to immense relief and regained confidence. He no longer planned his life around bathroom locations.