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Can BPH cause painful orgasms? It is rare, but if the prostate is highly inflamed (prostatitis), ejaculation can be uncomfortable. #BPH #painful #orgasms #follow

Why is my ejaculation volume lower? Lower ejaculation volume is a common side effect of both BPH medications and procedures, often due to retrograde ejaculation where semen enters the bladder instead of exiting. This is medically harmless but can affect fertility. #bph

Does BPH cause erectile dysfunction (ED)? While BPH doesn't cause ED directly, the two conditions often coexist in the same age group and share similar vascular risk factors. #BPH #ED #follow

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Can I still father children after BPH treatment? Some medications and surgeries affect ejaculation; if fertility is a priority, discuss this with your urologist before starting treatment. #follow

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Will BPH surgery ruin my sex life? Modern minimally invasive treatments (MISTs) preserve sexual functions much better than traditional TURP, so discuss your sexual health or fertility priorities with your urologist when choosing a procedure. #follow

Can Finasteride lower my libido? Yes, about 10-15% of men taking Finasteride(Proscar) or Dutasteride(Avodart) report sexual side effects including decreased libido or Erectile Dysfunction. These effects are common in the first year of treatment and may improve with continued use.

Is retrograde ejaculation dangerous? No, it is not medically harmful and does not affect the pleasure of the orgasm, though it does affect fertility. #retrigrade #ejaculation

What happens if I miss a dose? Take it as soon as you remember, but do not double up; consistent levels are key to maintaining a steady urine flow. #missed #urineflow #follow

Can I take Cialis and Flomax together? Yes, urologists often prescribe both to treat urinary symptoms and erectile dysfunction simultaneously, though blood pressure must be monitored. #Cialis #Flomax #follow

Why isn't my medication working after two weeks? You may need a higher dose, a different class of medication, or your blockage may be too severe for pills alone to fix. #medication #effect #bph #blockage

What are the common side effects of Tamsulosin? Side effects can include dizziness, nasal congestion, or a decrease in semen volume during ejaculation. #sideeffects #Tamsulosin

Can I stop taking meds if my flow improves? (2/2) Neither medication provides a permanent cure; they control symptoms only while you take them. #medication #when2stop

Can I stop taking meds if my flow improves? (1/2) Consult your doctor first; alpha-blockers like Flomax only work while in your system (symptoms return in days), while 5-ARIs like Finasteride cause real prostate shrinkage that reverses over 6-12 months after stopping.

What is the difference between relaxing the prostate and shrinking it? Alpha-blockers quickly "open the pipe" by relaxing muscles around the prostate (within days), while 5-ARIs slowly "shrink the blockage" by reducing the prostate size itself (over 3-6 months). #relax #shrink

How do 5-ARIs (Finasteride/Dutasteride) work? These medications block hormones that cause the prostate to grow, effectively shrinking the gland over 6 to 12 months. #5ARIs #Finasteride #Dutasteride

Is urinary leakage common in men? Yes; in men, leakage is often "overflow incontinence," where the bladder is so full due to a prostate blockage that it leaks. #urinary #leakage #follow

Can BPH cause lower back pain? Generally no; if BPH leads to a severe kidney backup or infection, you may feel flank pain, but back pain usually has other causes. #bph #lower #backpain