Mitigating Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms Secondary to Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: Ameliorating Sexual Function and Psychological Well-Being in Older Men

• Published in: American journal of men's health Vol. 17; no. 6; p. 15579883231205521
• Main Authors: Chan, Alex Siu Wing, Chan, Steve Wai Hee, Estivalet, Anelise Gregis, Man Leung, Lok, Tam, Hon Lon, Ho, Jacqueline Mei Chi, Hsu, Wing Leung, Tang, Patrick Ming Kuen, Yan, Elsie
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Los Angeles, CA SAGE Publications 01.11.2023; SAGE PUBLICATIONS, INC; SAGE Publishing
• Subjects: Aged; Humans; Hyperplasia; Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms - etiology; Male; Mens health; Older people; Prostate; Prostatic Hyperplasia - complications; Psychological Well-Being; Quality of Life; Urinary tract diseases; older men; anxiety; depression; lower urinary tract symptoms; mental health; benign prostatic hyperplasia
• ISSN: 1557-9883; 1557-9891
• DOI: 10.1177/15579883231205521

This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) in older men (N= 3056) with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and its effects on their sexual function and mental health. Descriptive, correlation, and regression analyses were used to explore the relationships between prostate and lower urinary tract health and psychological well-being. Better prostate and lower urinary tract health positively affected psychological well-being, and sexual function also had a positive influence. LUTS have an adverse impact on sexual function and mental health. Early intervention is crucial for mitigating the negative impact of LUTS on the quality of life in older men. Addressing prostate and lower urinary tract health issues through appropriate interventions may improve psychological well-being. Health care professionals must consider the adverse effects of BPH and LUTS on sexual function and mental health, and implement interventions to enhance the overall quality of life in older men.