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Doctors for Prostate problems
Medically reviewed by Dr. Apurva, Medisage medical team
The prostate gland often enlarges with age (benign prostatic hyperplasia, BPH), which can cause urinary problems in older men. Prostate infections and prostate cancer are less common but important. A urologist evaluates symptoms with an examination, PSA blood test and ultrasound.
Common symptoms
- Weak urine stream
- Difficulty starting urination
- Waking at night to urinate
- Feeling the bladder is not empty
- Dribbling
- Urgency
See a doctor urgently if
- Unable to pass urine at all
- Blood in urine
- Fever with painful urination
- Severe lower abdominal pain
Frequently Asked Questions
Which doctor treats prostate problems?
A urologist is the specialist for prostate problems.
What is a PSA test?
PSA is a blood test that can be raised in prostate enlargement, infection or cancer. Your urologist interprets it with other findings.
Is an enlarged prostate cancer?
No. Prostate enlargement (BPH) is not cancer, though both can cause similar symptoms. A urologist can tell them apart.
