{"id":10890,"date":"2026-07-16T18:37:53","date_gmt":"2026-07-16T11:37:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/drsoaraweeurology.com\/?page_id=10890"},"modified":"2026-07-24T06:17:55","modified_gmt":"2026-07-23T23:17:55","slug":"%ec%a0%84%eb%a6%bd%ec%84%a0-%eb%b9%84%eb%8c%80%ec%a6%9d-%eb%b0%a9%ec%bd%95","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/drsoaraweeurology.com\/ko\/services\/bph-enlarged-prostate-bangkok\/","title":{"rendered":"Enlarged Prostate (BPH) Treatment in Bangkok"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:60px;padding-bottom:60px\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-family:Playfair Display;font-size:42px;font-weight:600\">Enlarged Prostate (BPH) Treatment in Bangkok<\/h2>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-size:18px\">Relief from bothersome urinary symptoms \u2014 from medication to minimally invasive Rezum water-vapor therapy and proven surgical options \u2014 at Bangkok Hospital Headquarters.<\/p>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em>Medically reviewed by Dr. Soarawee Weerasopone, MD \u2014 Board-Certified Urologist \u00b7 Research Scholar &amp; Clinical Observer, Scott Department of Urology, Baylor College of Medicine<\/em><\/p>\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-horizontal is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bangkokhospital.com\/en\/bangkok\/doctor\/dr-soarawee-weerasopone-2\" style=\"background-color:#c8102e\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Book a Consultation<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:60px;padding-bottom:60px\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-family:Playfair Display;font-size:32px;font-weight:600\">What Is an Enlarged Prostate (BPH)?<\/h2>\n<p>Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland that becomes increasingly common with age \u2014 affecting most men at some point after 50. As the prostate grows, it can press on the urethra and obstruct the flow of urine, producing a cluster of symptoms known as lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS).<\/p>\n<p>BPH is <strong>not<\/strong> prostate cancer and does not turn into cancer \u2014 but its symptoms can significantly affect quality of life and sleep, and if left unmanaged it can occasionally lead to complications such as urinary retention or bladder and kidney problems. <a href=\"https:\/\/drsoaraweeurology.com\/benign-prostate-bph\/\">Read the complete BPH patient guide \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color\" style=\"color:#1a2e5a;font-family:Playfair Display;font-size:24px;font-weight:600\">Common Symptoms (LUTS)<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A weak or slow urinary stream<\/li>\n<li>Difficulty starting urination, or straining to go<\/li>\n<li>Frequent urination, especially waking at night (nocturia)<\/li>\n<li>A sudden, urgent need to urinate<\/li>\n<li>Feeling that the bladder does not empty completely, or dribbling afterward<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:#1a2e5a;padding-top:60px;padding-bottom:60px\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-text-color\" style=\"font-family:Playfair Display;font-size:32px;font-weight:600\">Diagnostic Evaluation<\/h2>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-white-color has-text-color\">A precise assessment measures how much the prostate is affecting you and rules out other causes:<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-border-color is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-color:#c9a84c;border-width:2px;border-radius:10px;padding-top:24px;padding-right:24px;padding-bottom:24px;padding-left:24px\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-white-color has-text-color\" style=\"font-family:Playfair Display;font-size:20px;font-weight:600\">\ud83d\udccb IPSS Symptom Score<\/h3>\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-text-color\">A standardized questionnaire that measures how severe your symptoms are and tracks improvement with treatment over time. <a href=\"https:\/\/drsoaraweeurology.com\/2022\/03\/04\/international-prostate-symptom-score\/\" style=\"color:#c9a84c\"><strong>About the IPSS \u2192<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-border-color is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-color:#c9a84c;border-width:2px;border-radius:10px;padding-top:24px;padding-right:24px;padding-bottom:24px;padding-left:24px\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-white-color has-text-color\" style=\"font-family:Playfair Display;font-size:20px;font-weight:600\">\ud83d\udca7 Uroflowmetry &amp; Residual<\/h3>\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-text-color\">Measures the strength of your urinary stream and how much urine is left behind \u2014 objective evidence of obstruction and bladder function. <a href=\"https:\/\/drsoaraweeurology.com\/2023\/04\/23\/uroflowmetry\/\" style=\"color:#c9a84c\"><strong>About uroflowmetry \u2192<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-border-color is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-color:#c9a84c;border-width:2px;border-radius:10px;padding-top:24px;padding-right:24px;padding-bottom:24px;padding-left:24px\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-white-color has-text-color\" style=\"font-family:Playfair Display;font-size:20px;font-weight:600\">\ud83e\ude78 PSA &amp; Prostate Check<\/h3>\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-text-color\">A PSA blood test and examination help size the prostate and rule out prostate cancer, which can cause similar symptoms. <a href=\"https:\/\/drsoaraweeurology.com\/services\/prostate-cancer-screening-bangkok\/\" style=\"color:#c9a84c\"><strong>About prostate cancer screening \u2192<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-border-color is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-color:#c9a84c;border-width:2px;border-radius:10px;padding-top:24px;padding-right:24px;padding-bottom:24px;padding-left:24px\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-white-color has-text-color\" style=\"font-family:Playfair Display;font-size:20px;font-weight:600\">\ud83e\ude7a Ultrasound &amp; Cystoscopy<\/h3>\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-text-color\">Imaging measures prostate size and checks the bladder and kidneys; cystoscopy can directly assess the degree of obstruction when needed.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:60px;padding-bottom:60px\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-family:Playfair Display;font-size:32px;font-weight:600\">Treatment Options<\/h2>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Treatment is tailored to your symptoms, prostate size, and priorities \u2014 including preserving sexual function \u2014 always starting with the least invasive effective option.<\/p>\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color\" style=\"color:#1a2e5a;font-family:Playfair Display;font-size:24px;font-weight:600\">1 \u2014 Lifestyle &amp; Watchful Waiting<\/h3>\n<p>Mild symptoms may be managed with simple adjustments \u2014 fluid timing, reducing caffeine and alcohol, and regular monitoring \u2014 when they are not yet bothersome enough to warrant medication.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color\" style=\"color:#1a2e5a;font-family:Playfair Display;font-size:24px;font-weight:600\">2 \u2014 Medication<\/h3>\n<p>Alpha-blockers relax the prostate and bladder neck to improve flow, while 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors can shrink a larger prostate over time. <a href=\"https:\/\/drsoaraweeurology.com\/2021\/06\/04\/bph-dual-therapies\/\">How dual oral therapy for BPH works \u2192<\/a> Some men also ask about supplements such as <a href=\"https:\/\/drsoaraweeurology.com\/2023\/01\/24\/saw-palmetto-for-bph\/\">saw palmetto<\/a>, which we can discuss in context.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color\" style=\"color:#1a2e5a;font-family:Playfair Display;font-size:24px;font-weight:600\">3 \u2014 Rezum (Water-Vapor Therapy)<\/h3>\n<p>A minimally invasive, in-office procedure that uses targeted steam to shrink excess prostate tissue \u2014 relieving symptoms while preserving erectile and ejaculatory function, with no major surgery. <a href=\"https:\/\/drsoaraweeurology.com\/2022\/09\/29\/water-vapor-therapy-bph\/\">Learn how Rezum water-vapor therapy works \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color\" style=\"color:#1a2e5a;font-family:Playfair Display;font-size:24px;font-weight:600\">4 \u2014 TURP &amp; Surgical Treatment<\/h3>\n<p>Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) remains a proven, highly effective option for men whose symptoms are not controlled by medication or a minimally invasive procedure. The right operation is chosen to match your prostate size, symptoms, and goals.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color\" style=\"color:#1a2e5a;font-family:Playfair Display;font-size:24px;font-weight:600\">5 \u2014 HoLEP: When It Is the Better Option<\/h3>\n<p>Holmium laser enucleation of the prostate (HoLEP) uses a laser to remove obstructing tissue through the natural urinary passage, and is a durable, size-independent choice for very large prostates. <strong>HoLEP is not currently performed at Bangkok Hospital Headquarters<\/strong> \u2014 where it is genuinely the best option for you, Dr. Soarawee will explain why and arrange referral to a center that offers it. <a href=\"https:\/\/drsoaraweeurology.com\/2021\/08\/13\/holep-holmium-prostate\/\">Learn about HoLEP laser surgery \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:#f5f7fa;padding-top:60px;padding-bottom:60px\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-text-color\" style=\"color:#1a2e5a;font-family:Playfair Display;font-size:32px;font-weight:600\">Why Choose Dr. Soarawee for BPH<\/h2>\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>\ud83d\udca8 Minimally invasive expertise<\/strong> \u2014 offers modern, function-preserving treatment including Rezum water-vapor therapy<\/li>\n<li><strong>\ud83d\udc9a Sexual-function aware<\/strong> \u2014 as a sexual medicine specialist, treatment is chosen with your erectile and ejaculatory function in mind<\/li>\n<li><strong>\ud83c\udfaf Honest, tailored advice<\/strong> \u2014 from medication to surgery, matched to your prostate size and priorities, with straightforward referral when another center is the better fit<\/li>\n<li><strong>\ud83c\udfe5 Bangkok Hospital Headquarters<\/strong> \u2014 internationally accredited (JCI) facility with complete diagnostic and surgical capability<\/li>\n<li><strong>\ud83c\udf10 International experience<\/strong> \u2014 over 8 years caring for expatriate and medical-tourism patients, with English-speaking staff<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:60px;padding-bottom:60px\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" style=\"font-family:Playfair Display;font-size:32px;font-weight:600\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color\" style=\"color:#1a2e5a\">Q1: What are the symptoms of an enlarged prostate?<\/h3>\n<p>Typical symptoms include a weak stream, difficulty starting urination, frequent urination (especially at night), urgency, and a feeling of incomplete emptying. These are known as lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) and often develop gradually with age.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color\" style=\"color:#1a2e5a\">Q2: Does an enlarged prostate mean I have cancer?<\/h3>\n<p>No. BPH is a benign (non-cancerous) enlargement and does not turn into cancer. However, because prostate cancer can cause similar symptoms, evaluation usually includes a PSA test and examination to rule it out.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color\" style=\"color:#1a2e5a\">Q3: What is Rezum, and how is it different from surgery?<\/h3>\n<p>Rezum is a minimally invasive, in-office treatment that uses targeted water vapor (steam) to shrink excess prostate tissue. Compared with traditional surgery, it typically preserves erectile and ejaculatory function and has a quicker, gentler recovery.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color\" style=\"color:#1a2e5a\">Q4: Will BPH treatment affect my sexual function?<\/h3>\n<p>It depends on the treatment. Some medications and surgeries can affect ejaculation, while function-preserving options such as Rezum are designed to minimize this. As a sexual medicine specialist, Dr. Soarawee selects treatment with your sexual function in mind.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color\" style=\"color:#1a2e5a\">Q5: When does an enlarged prostate need surgery?<\/h3>\n<p>Surgery or a procedure is considered when symptoms are not controlled by medication, or when BPH causes complications such as urinary retention, recurrent infections, bladder stones, or kidney effects. The choice of procedure depends on prostate size and your goals.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What are the symptoms of an enlarged prostate?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Typical symptoms include a weak stream, difficulty starting urination, frequent urination especially at night, urgency, and a feeling of incomplete emptying. These are known as lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) and often develop gradually with age.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Does an enlarged prostate mean I have cancer?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"No. BPH is a benign (non-cancerous) enlargement and does not turn into cancer. 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