Prostate Enlargement (BPH) Treatment in Lucknow — Dr. Kanishk Dokania, Lucknow

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Prostate Enlargement (BPH) Treatment in Lucknow

Expert BPH / prostate enlargement treatment in Lucknow by Dr. Kanishk Dokania. TURP, HoLEP, medications. Permanent relief, no open surgery. Charak Hospital. 0522-666-4444.

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Understanding BPH

BPH (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia) is non-cancerous prostate enlargement that obstructs urine outflow. It is extremely common — affecting 50% of men by age 60. Left untreated, it causes bladder damage, recurrent infections and potentially kidney impairment from backpressure.

Key distinction: BPH is not prostate cancer — it cannot spread. However, both can cause similar urinary symptoms, so proper evaluation including PSA test is essential.

BPH Symptoms (LUTS)

Weak urine streamNocturia (night urination) UrgencyHesitancy (difficulty starting) StrainingIncomplete emptying DribblingRecurrent UTI

Treatment Options

Treatment Based on Severity

  • Mild BPH — Medications (alpha-blockers, 5-alpha reductase inhibitors), lifestyle changes
  • Moderate BPH — TURP (standard, all prostate sizes, 2–3 day stay)
  • Large Prostate (>80 gm) — HoLEP preferred (bloodless laser, 1–2 day stay, lowest recurrence)
  • Acute Retention — Emergency catheterisation followed by elective TURP/HoLEP

Frequently Asked Questions

No. BPH (benign prostatic hyperplasia) is a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate — it cannot spread. Prostate cancer is a malignant tumour that can metastasise. However, both cause similar urinary symptoms. Dr. Dokania performs PSA testing and digital rectal examination to distinguish BPH from prostate cancer during evaluation.
For large prostates (>80 gm), HoLEP (Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate) is the preferred treatment. It is completely bloodless, achieves complete enucleation of the gland, has the lowest long-term recurrence rate, and requires only 1–2 days hospital stay with catheter removal next day. Dr. Dokania performs HoLEP at Charak Hospital, Lucknow.
Yes — alpha-blockers (tamsulosin) and 5-alpha reductase inhibitors (finasteride) can be taken lifelong for BPH management. However, they are not curative — symptoms return if medications are stopped, side effects may occur (sexual dysfunction with finasteride), and the prostate continues to enlarge. Surgery (TURP/HoLEP) provides permanent, durable relief.

📍 Consult Dr. Kanishk Dokania at Charak Hospital, Lucknow

  • MBBS · MS · M.Ch (Urology) — Urologist & Kidney Transplant Surgeon
  • OPD: Monday–Saturday, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Consultation Fee: ₹800
  • Institute of Urology & Kidney Transplant, Hardoi Road, near Safaid Masjid, Dubagga, Lucknow – 226003
  • 📞 0522-666-4444 | Emergency: 24×7

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Days: Monday – Saturday

Timings: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Fee: ₹800

Emergency: 24×7

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