In this episode, Dr. Malik explains the causes of BPH, including hormonal, genetic, and inflammatory factors, and details its symptoms such as increased urinary frequency and urgency. She offers practical prevention tips like maintaining a healthy weight and active lifestyle, and reviews the effectiveness of popular supplements for BPH. Dr. Malik also outlines non-surgical medical treatments, including alpha blockers and 5 alpha-reductase inhibitors, discussing their potential benefits and side effects. This episode is essential for men facing urinary issues and those seeking to understand and manage BPH effectively without surgery.

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▶️Chapters:

00:00 Introduction

00:49 BPH (Benign prostatic hyperplasia)

01:52 Symptoms

04:10 Why does BPH occur?

09:41 How to reduce our risk

13:45 Supplements

15:41 Stinging mettle

22:06 Side effects

26:16 Takeaway

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