My father has a moderately enlarged prostate, borderline kidney function, a history of heart bypass surgery, and takes Ecosprin and blood pressure medication; since his urine tube (catheter) was recently removed and he is now urinating smoothly while taking Rapilif 8 mg daily, is it necessary for him to undergo prostate surgery (TURP), or is continuing with the medication sufficient? | Apollo Pharmacy

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My father has a moderately enlarged prostate, borderline kidney function, a history of heart bypass surgery, and takes Ecosprin and blood pressure medication; since his urine tube (catheter) was recently removed and he is now urinating smoothly while taking Rapilif 8 mg daily, is it necessary for him to undergo prostate surgery (TURP), or is continuing with the medication sufficient?

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My father has a moderately enlarged prostate, borderline kidney function, a history of heart bypass surgery, and takes Ecosprin and blood pressure medication; since his urine tube (catheter) was recently removed and he is now urinating smoothly while taking Rapilif 8 mg daily, is it necessary for him to undergo prostate surgery (TURP), or is continuing with the medication sufficient?

Asked by Male, 70 · 5 days ago

Dr. S Aneela

M. Pharm (Pharmacology)., PhD

5 days ago

Since he is doing well on Rapilif (silodosin) and has important health factors like heart bypass history and borderline kidney function, continuing with his medication is currently a very safe and reasonable approach. Surgery like TURP carries increased bleeding and anesthesia risks, especially while taking blood thinners like Ecosprin (aspirin). As long as he urinates easily, has no urinary infections, and his kidney function remains stable, surgery is likely not necessary right now. Please continue his daily medication and have his urologist regularly monitor his kidney function to keep him safe and comfortable.

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My father has a moderately enlarged prostate, borderline kidney function, a history of heart bypass surgery, and takes Ecosprin and blood pressure medication; since his urine tube (catheter) was recently removed and he is now urinating smoothly while taking Rapilif 8 mg daily, is it necessary for him to undergo prostate surgery (TURP), or is continuing with the medication sufficient?

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My father has a moderately enlarged prostate, borderline kidney function, a history of heart bypass surgery, and takes Ecosprin and blood pressure medication; since his urine tube (catheter) was recently removed and he is now urinating smoothly while taking Rapilif 8 mg daily, is it necessary for him to undergo prostate surgery (TURP), or is continuing with the medication sufficient? | Apollo Pharmacy