Prostate & Urinary Health: What Every Man Should Know | Dr. Wilson Sui, University of Michigan

Описание: As men age, urinary symptoms and prostate changes become increasingly common — but most people aren’t sure what’s normal, what’s not, or when to seek care. In this episode of ‪@thehealthcurve‬ , urologist Dr. Wilson Sui (University of Michigan) explains what the prostate actually does, why symptoms like frequent urination or weak stream develop, and how doctors evaluate these issues using simple tools such as symptom scoring and blood testing.

We talk about BPH (benign prostatic hyperplasia, or hypertrophy), how it differs from prostate cancer, and the main treatment paths available — from lifestyle strategies and medications to today’s minimally invasive procedures. We also discuss how symptoms can impact sleep, relationships, and daily life, and why seeking care earlier can preserve long-term function and quality of life.

00:00 - Introduction
00:27 - How common are prostate and urinary symptoms?
02:15 - What the prostate actually does
03:45 - Why the prostate affects urination
05:20 - Anatomy changes and why symptoms develop
07:10 - Risk factors, genetics, hormones & the “high testosterone” myth
09:15 - How symptoms show up in everyday life
11:45 - Sleep disruption, emotional impact, and quality of life
13:50 - Younger men with urinary symptoms
16:05 - What happens in a urology appointment
18:00 - The IPSS/AUA symptom score and bladder scan
19:45 - Cystoscopy and imaging: what doctors are looking for
22:20 - Treatment pathways: lifestyle, medications, procedures
25:40 - Minimally invasive vs. more involved surgeries
28:30 - Side effects and recovery (retrograde ejaculation, leakage, irritation)
31:10 - How to think about risks vs. benefits
32:55 - Research and improving care (MUSIC BPH)
35:40 - Key message for men and families
36:55 - Supplements and natural remedies (e.g., saw palmetto)
38:05 - Closing

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