Reference no: EM132890843

Patient Name: Aboubacar Heinrich
Date of Birth: 2/11/1952

Clinical Notes: Male patient reports difficulty urinating. His symptoms started two weeks ago and were sporadic at first. He is now urinating more frequently, especially at night, and feels a sense of incomplete bladder emptying. He reports that he has a weak, interrupted stream of urine.

Current vital signs: BP 122/78, HR 82 bpm, Temperature 98.2°F
The physician suspects prostate issues and suggests a digital rectal exam and prostate-specific antigen test.

Discussion 1: If the issue is related to a structural abnormality of the prostate, which other symptoms (not mentioned here) may he experience?

Discussion 2: What is a prostate-specific antigen test and why was it ordered in this case?

Discussion 3: Mr. Heinrich's digital rectal exam revealed abnormal bumps. Which other diagnostic procedures may be recommended as a follow-up?

Discussion 4: It is determined that Mr. Heinrich has benign prostatic hyperplasia and a procedure called TURP is recommended. Explain what TURP stands for and how the procedure is completed.

Discussion 5: If Mr. Heinrich does not follow through with treatment, what types of complications may occur and why?