Blood in urine 3 months after TURP | ClinicSpots

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a noncancerous enlargement of the prostate gland. This condition is common in older men and can cause urinary symptoms including difficulty in urinating, weak flow of urine and frequent need for urination, especially at night. In individuals who have LUTS (lower urinary tract symptoms), the prevalence of BPH (benign prostatic hyperplasia) ranges from 50 - 75% in men above 50 and from 80% in men over 70 years. Studies have reported incidence rates ranging from 8.5 - 41 incidents per 1000 individuals annually. TURP has been the de facto surgical procedure for BPH/LUTS for the past 20 years. However, this procedure carries a risk of some complications like bleeding. In this blog, we discuss the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for blood in urine 3 months after TURP.