A 72-year-old male with known Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia reports difficulty starting urination and a weak urine stream. His symptoms have worsened over the past month. What is the next step?
The worsening of urinary symptoms in this patient could suggest a progression of his BPH. The next step would be to reassess his condition, which may include a physical examination (including a digital rectal exam), urinalysis, a post-void residual urine test, and possibly uroflowmetry or pressure-flow studies. Depending on the results, the patient may need changes in his treatment plan, which could include medication adjustment, minimally invasive therapies, or surgery.