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Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) ( 16 Questions)
Which statement by one of the patients indicates a correct understanding of the risk factors for BPH?
This statement is incorrect because having a family history of heart disease is not a known risk factor for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH). BPH is primarily associated with hormonal changes and aging.
This statement is incorrect. BPH is more common in older men, typically over the age of 50, rather than younger men. So, the patient should be concerned about BPH as they age.
This is the correct answer. Hormonal changes, particularly an increase in dihydrotestosterone (DHT), play a significant role in the development of BPH. Understanding this connection indicates a correct understanding of the risk factors.
This statement is incorrect. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle, including factors like diet and exercise, can actually have an impact on reducing the risk of BPH. Therefore, it is important for the patient to know that a healthy lifestyle can be beneficial.
Choice A rationale:
This statement is incorrect because having a family history of heart disease is not a known risk factor for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH).
BPH is primarily associated with hormonal changes and aging.
Choice B rationale:
This statement is incorrect.
BPH is more common in older men, typically over the age of 50, rather than younger men.
So, the patient should be concerned about BPH as they age.
Choice C rationale:
This is the correct answer.
Hormonal changes, particularly an increase in dihydrotestosterone (DHT), play a significant role in the development of BPH.
Understanding this connection indicates a correct understanding of the risk factors.
Choice D rationale:
This statement is incorrect.
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle, including factors like diet and exercise, can actually have an impact on reducing the risk of BPH.
Therefore, it is important for the patient to know that a healthy lifestyle can be beneficial.