What Is the Prostate? What's Normal?
Many men aren't sure what their prostate is, what it does, or when to call a doctor if they think they might have a problem. So, information is the best tool you have in dealing with this aspect of men’s health.
The prostate is a part of the male reproductive system, which includes the penis, prostate, seminal vesicles, and testicles. The prostate is located just below the bladder and in front of the rectum. A normal prostate is about the size of a walnut and surrounds the urethra (the tube that empties urine from the bladder). It produces fluid that makes up a part of semen.¹
When should I visit a doctor?
If you are under the care of a primary care physician and start experiencing urinary symptoms, they may refer you to see a Urologist. You should talk to your doctor if you have any of the following symptoms2:
- Difficulty starting urination
- Weak or interrupted flow of urine
- Urinating often, especially at night
- Trouble emptying the bladder completely
- Pain or burning during urination
- Blood in the urine or semen
- Pain in the back, hips, or pelvis that doesn’t go away
- Painful ejaculation
Different people have different symptoms for prostate disease. Some men do not have symptoms at all. Be sure to visit your doctor for routine checkups.
Why Choose Sonablate® HIFU
Choosing HIFU for prostate disease control over traditional surgery may allow you to avoid prostate surgery. Other benefits of HIFU treatments include:
Targets only the affected prostate tissue
Minimally invasive, radiation-free procedure
Low chance of side effects when compared to traditional surgery
Same day, outpatient procedure
Shorter recovery time, Get back to normal activities within days
