Preparing questions in advance can help patients have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor the following questions about benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH):

1. What are some early signs that may indicate I have BPH?
   
   
2. I don’t have symptoms but am over 50. Should I have any special testing for BPH?
   
   
3. How will you diagnose my BPH?
   
   
4. What are my treatment options?
   
   
5. What are the risks and side effects of these treatments? Will I have any danger of urinary incontinence or erection problems?
   
   
6. What are the potential drawbacks of the medication, heat therapy or surgery you are recommending?
   
   
7. What will happen if I opt not to undergo treatment at this time?
   
   
8. What are the odds that my BPH will recur in the future?
   
   
9. How can I prevent or reduce my BPH symptoms?
   
   
10. Should I take aspirin or other NSAIDs to reduce my risk of BPH, or do the risks of these drugs outweigh the benefits for me?
    
    
11. Can taking supplements, eating certain foods or doing certain exercises promote the health of my prostate?