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 The Health Curve, 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.
This is an evidence-based conversation for men and the people who care about them — focused on understanding the body, making informed decisions, and improving health over time.
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