Learn why a treatment may be considered, how it is performed, possible alternatives, preparation, recovery, and questions to ask. The right option depends on the diagnosis, test results, overall health, goals, local expertise, and personal preferences.
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Active surveillance is a monitoring approach for selected lower-risk prostate cancers. It uses scheduled tests to watch the cancer closely and start treatment if it shows signs of progressing.
Pelvic floor muscle training strengthens and coordinates the muscles that support the bladder and bowel. It is a first-line, non-invasive treatment for many bladder-control and pelvic symptoms.
Shock wave lithotripsy uses focused sound waves from outside the body to break a kidney stone into small pieces that can pass in the urine. It is non-invasive but is not suitable for every stone.
TURP is a procedure that removes part of an enlarged prostate through the urethra to improve urine flow. It is one of several options for bothersome BPH symptoms.
Ureteroscopy uses a thin viewing instrument passed through the natural urinary passage to reach a stone in the ureter or kidney. The stone may be removed or broken into smaller pieces.
These pages provide general information to help you prepare for a conversation with a healthcare professional. They do not diagnose, recommend a specific treatment, or replace individual medical advice.
