Post Time: 2025-02-21
Error: No content files found.The benign enlargement of the prostate gland is common in men as they age and it sometimes causes lower urinary-tract symptoms. There is a panoply of options, medicinal and surgical, for treating BPH to alleviate these symptoms, but not every medication or surgical option works in every person's case, and most of the options Continued have the potential to cause side effects. from this source One benefit of the medicinal options is that the side effects are typically reversible. Here, medical oncologist Mark Scholz, MD, discusses the use of Cialis--which is popularly known for treating erectile dysfunction but has been getting attention for its potential to treat BPH in some men--as a relatively innocuous option for men to try if they are experiencing these symptoms. 0:06 What are the first steps visit their website you take when treating a patient with urinary symptoms from BPH? 0:50 What are the side effects are Cialis 1:19 How long does it take for Cialis to improve urinary flow, if the medication is going to be effective? 3:12 Is Viagra a good alternative to Cialis for the purpose of treating BPH-related urinary symptoms? Don’t know your stage? Take the quiz: Visit To learn more about prostate cancer visit Sign up for our newsletter here to receive the latest updates on prostate cancer and the PCRI: Who we are: The Prostate Cancer Research Institute (PCRI) is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization that is dedicated to helping you research your treatment options. We understand that you have many questions, and we can help you find the answers that are specific to your case. All of our resources are designed by a multidisciplinary team of advocates and expert physicians, for patients. We believe that by educating yourself about the disease, you will have more productive interactions with your medical professionals and receive better individualized care. Feel free to explore our website at pcri.org or contact our free helpline with any questions that you have at pcri.org/helpline. Our Federal Tax ID # is 95-4617875 and qualifies for maximum charitable gift deductions by individual donors. The information on the Prostate Cancer Research Institute's YouTube channel is provided with the understanding that the Institute is not engaged in rendering medical advice or recommendation. The information provided in these videos should not replace consultations with qualified health care professionals to meet your individual medical needs. #ProstateCancer #MarkScholzMD #PCRI