Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate and the most common urological condition in men over 50. It mainly shows up as trouble urinating, which can seriously affect quality of life but can be treated effectively. Diagnostics and treatment at our clinic are led by the urologist and urologic oncologist MUDr. Ľuboš Rybár.
- Complete diagnostics in one place – ultrasound, PSA and urine testing
- MUDr. Ľuboš Rybár – urologist and urologic oncologist, also works at Bory Hospital and is one of the few doctors in Slovakia trained on the da Vinci robotic system
- Fast appointment without a referral, usually within a few days
- We speak English
Bratislava – Bernolákova 9 (STEIN II)
What is benign prostatic hyperplasia
Benign prostatic hyperplasia is a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate. As men age, a hormonal imbalance develops, and the body responds by enlarging the glandular tissue around the urethra and multiplying the muscle and connective tissue fibres in this area. The enlarged prostate gradually compresses the urethra and makes urination more difficult.
More than a quarter of men aged 50 to 70 have BPH. An enlarged prostate is not cancer and does not turn into cancer. Untreated BPH can, however, lead to urinary tract infections, blood in the urine, an inability to urinate or kidney damage from the pressure of retained urine – which is why it is worth dealing with early.
Symptoms – trouble urinating (LUTS)
- Frequent urination during the day and at night (nocturia)
- Weak or interrupted urine stream, dribbling after urinating
- Difficulty starting to urinate and a need to strain
- Sudden, urgent need to urinate
- Feeling that the bladder has not emptied completely
- In advanced stages, an inability to urinate or urine leakage
Causes and risk factors
- Age – symptoms most often appear after the age of 50
- The hormonal imbalance that naturally develops in men with age
- A family history of an enlarged prostate
- Being overweight, a lack of exercise and metabolic conditions can make symptoms worse
Diagnosis at our clinic
The examination is comprehensive and takes place in one location, at Bernolákova 9 in Bratislava.
Physical examination
The basis is a gentle digital examination of the prostate through the rectum, which takes only a moment.
Blood and urine
We take blood for PSA and creatinine, which reflects kidney function, and test the urine chemically and by sediment analysis.
Ultrasound and uroflowmetry
Ultrasound of the kidneys, prostate and bladder with a focus on residual urine; measuring the urine flow shows precisely how severe the problem is.
Treatment – what we provide at our clinic
Active surveillance
For mild symptoms, lifestyle adjustments and regular check-ups with ultrasound and PSA are enough.
Medication
We tailor medicines that relax the prostate muscle or reduce its volume to each patient and monitor their effect over time.
Lifestyle measures
We advise on fluid intake, limiting irritating drinks and adjusting your lifestyle.
Long-term follow-up care
Regular monitoring, including PSA, reduces the risk that another prostate condition goes unnoticed.
Surgical treatment (TURP)
Prostate surgery for BPH is performed in hospital. If the procedure is needed, we prepare you and direct you to the right facility – MUDr. Rybár also works at Bory Hospital.
We do not perform prostate surgery (TURP) at our office – our role is precise diagnostics, conservative treatment and pointing you in the right direction if surgery becomes necessary.
When to see a doctor
- You cannot urinate or only pass a few drops
- You have noticed blood in your urine
- You have a fever or chills together with urinary problems
- Pain in the lower abdomen or the perineum
- Night-time urination and a weak urine stream are affecting your everyday life
Acute problems are seen as a priority
Call +421 948 687 667 – acute patients are seen as a priority, and a regular appointment is usually available within a few days.
Frequently asked questions about an enlarged prostate
No. Benign prostatic hyperplasia is a non-cancerous enlargement and does not turn into cancer. The two conditions can, however, occur at the same time, which is why checking the PSA level is part of the examination.
A gentle digital examination of the prostate through the rectum, a blood test for PSA and creatinine, urine testing, ultrasound and measurement of the urine flow. Depending on the findings, we can add a urodynamic or endoscopic examination.
In most cases, yes. Mild symptoms only need monitoring; for more pronounced symptoms, medicines that relax the prostate muscle or reduce its volume help. Surgery is only needed for advanced conditions or complications.
No, prostate surgery for BPH is performed in hospital. At our clinic we provide complete diagnostics, medication and long-term monitoring; if surgery is needed, we prepare you and direct you to a specialised facility.
No. We are a private office with no contracts with health insurers, so you book directly without a referral and get an appointment quickly, usually within a few days.
Related topics
Prostatitis
Prostatitis can cause similar urinary problems and a temporarily raised PSA.
PSA – prostate screening
A blood test that helps detect prostate conditions early.
Prostate cancer
Early detection is key – diagnostics, fusion biopsy and second opinion at our clinic.
Who will take care of you
Urologist and urologic oncologist · lead specialist for urology at Proctocare
MUDr. Ľuboš Rybár specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of urological and urologic oncology conditions, with an emphasis on modern diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
- Urologist and urologic oncologist at Bory Hospital
- Clinical fellowships at urology departments in Sweden and Lithuania
- Author of publications in professional journals
Urologist · Bratislava office
MUDr. Patrik Hesko focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of urological conditions, with an emphasis on modern diagnostic procedures and an individual approach to each patient.
Author and medical review: MUDr. Ľuboš Rybár, PhD. – urologist and uro-oncologist, head medical guarantor of urology at Proctocare. · Last medical review: July 2026
Are urinary problems troubling you?
Book on +421 948 687 667 – the examination with ultrasound takes place discreetly in Bratislava, usually within a few days.
Bratislava: Bernolákova 9, 811 07 (STEIN II) · Mon–Fri 07:30–19:30, Sat 07:30–12:30
info@proctocare.sk
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate and the most common urological condition in men over 50. It mainly shows up as trouble urinating, which can seriously affect quality of life but can be treated effectively. Diagnostics and treatment at our clinic are led by the urologist and urologic oncologist MUDr. Ľuboš Rybár.
- Complete diagnostics in one place – ultrasound, PSA and urine testing
- MUDr. Ľuboš Rybár – urologist and urologic oncologist, also works at Bory Hospital and is one of the few doctors in Slovakia trained on the da Vinci robotic system
- Fast appointment without a referral, usually within a few days
- We speak English
Bratislava – Bernolákova 9 (STEIN II)
What is benign prostatic hyperplasia
Benign prostatic hyperplasia is a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate. As men age, a hormonal imbalance develops, and the body responds by enlarging the glandular tissue around the urethra and multiplying the muscle and connective tissue fibres in this area. The enlarged prostate gradually compresses the urethra and makes urination more difficult.
More than a quarter of men aged 50 to 70 have BPH. An enlarged prostate is not cancer and does not turn into cancer. Untreated BPH can, however, lead to urinary tract infections, blood in the urine, an inability to urinate or kidney damage from the pressure of retained urine – which is why it is worth dealing with early.
Symptoms – trouble urinating (LUTS)
- Frequent urination during the day and at night (nocturia)
- Weak or interrupted urine stream, dribbling after urinating
- Difficulty starting to urinate and a need to strain
- Sudden, urgent need to urinate
- Feeling that the bladder has not emptied completely
- In advanced stages, an inability to urinate or urine leakage
Causes and risk factors
- Age – symptoms most often appear after the age of 50
- The hormonal imbalance that naturally develops in men with age
- A family history of an enlarged prostate
- Being overweight, a lack of exercise and metabolic conditions can make symptoms worse
Diagnosis at our clinic
The examination is comprehensive and takes place in one location, at Bernolákova 9 in Bratislava.
Physical examination
The basis is a gentle digital examination of the prostate through the rectum, which takes only a moment.
Blood and urine
We take blood for PSA and creatinine, which reflects kidney function, and test the urine chemically and by sediment analysis.
Ultrasound and uroflowmetry
Ultrasound of the kidneys, prostate and bladder with a focus on residual urine; measuring the urine flow shows precisely how severe the problem is.
Treatment – what we provide at our clinic
Active surveillance
For mild symptoms, lifestyle adjustments and regular check-ups with ultrasound and PSA are enough.
Medication
We tailor medicines that relax the prostate muscle or reduce its volume to each patient and monitor their effect over time.
Lifestyle measures
We advise on fluid intake, limiting irritating drinks and adjusting your lifestyle.
Long-term follow-up care
Regular monitoring, including PSA, reduces the risk that another prostate condition goes unnoticed.
Surgical treatment (TURP)
Prostate surgery for BPH is performed in hospital. If the procedure is needed, we prepare you and direct you to the right facility – MUDr. Rybár also works at Bory Hospital.
We do not perform prostate surgery (TURP) at our office – our role is precise diagnostics, conservative treatment and pointing you in the right direction if surgery becomes necessary.
When to see a doctor
- You cannot urinate or only pass a few drops
- You have noticed blood in your urine
- You have a fever or chills together with urinary problems
- Pain in the lower abdomen or the perineum
- Night-time urination and a weak urine stream are affecting your everyday life
Acute problems are seen as a priority
Call +421 948 687 667 – acute patients are seen as a priority, and a regular appointment is usually available within a few days.
Frequently asked questions about an enlarged prostate
No. Benign prostatic hyperplasia is a non-cancerous enlargement and does not turn into cancer. The two conditions can, however, occur at the same time, which is why checking the PSA level is part of the examination.
A gentle digital examination of the prostate through the rectum, a blood test for PSA and creatinine, urine testing, ultrasound and measurement of the urine flow. Depending on the findings, we can add a urodynamic or endoscopic examination.
In most cases, yes. Mild symptoms only need monitoring; for more pronounced symptoms, medicines that relax the prostate muscle or reduce its volume help. Surgery is only needed for advanced conditions or complications.
No, prostate surgery for BPH is performed in hospital. At our clinic we provide complete diagnostics, medication and long-term monitoring; if surgery is needed, we prepare you and direct you to a specialised facility.
No. We are a private office with no contracts with health insurers, so you book directly without a referral and get an appointment quickly, usually within a few days.
Related topics
Prostatitis
Prostatitis can cause similar urinary problems and a temporarily raised PSA.
PSA – prostate screening
A blood test that helps detect prostate conditions early.
Prostate cancer
Early detection is key – diagnostics, fusion biopsy and second opinion at our clinic.
Who will take care of you
Urologist and urologic oncologist · lead specialist for urology at Proctocare
MUDr. Ľuboš Rybár specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of urological and urologic oncology conditions, with an emphasis on modern diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
- Urologist and urologic oncologist at Bory Hospital
- Clinical fellowships at urology departments in Sweden and Lithuania
- Author of publications in professional journals
Urologist · Bratislava office
MUDr. Patrik Hesko focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of urological conditions, with an emphasis on modern diagnostic procedures and an individual approach to each patient.
Author and medical review: MUDr. Ľuboš Rybár, PhD. – urologist and uro-oncologist, head medical guarantor of urology at Proctocare. · Last medical review: July 2026
Are urinary problems troubling you?
Book on +421 948 687 667 – the examination with ultrasound takes place discreetly in Bratislava, usually within a few days.
Bratislava: Bernolákova 9, 811 07 (STEIN II) · Mon–Fri 07:30–19:30, Sat 07:30–12:30
info@proctocare.sk
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate and the most common urological condition in men over 50. It mainly shows up as trouble urinating, which can seriously affect quality of life but can be treated effectively. Diagnostics and treatment at our clinic are led by the urologist and urologic oncologist MUDr. Ľuboš Rybár.
- Complete diagnostics in one place – ultrasound, PSA and urine testing
- MUDr. Ľuboš Rybár – urologist and urologic oncologist, also works at Bory Hospital and is one of the few doctors in Slovakia trained on the da Vinci robotic system
- Fast appointment without a referral, usually within a few days
- We speak English
Bratislava – Bernolákova 9 (STEIN II)
What is benign prostatic hyperplasia
Benign prostatic hyperplasia is a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate. As men age, a hormonal imbalance develops, and the body responds by enlarging the glandular tissue around the urethra and multiplying the muscle and connective tissue fibres in this area. The enlarged prostate gradually compresses the urethra and makes urination more difficult.
More than a quarter of men aged 50 to 70 have BPH. An enlarged prostate is not cancer and does not turn into cancer. Untreated BPH can, however, lead to urinary tract infections, blood in the urine, an inability to urinate or kidney damage from the pressure of retained urine – which is why it is worth dealing with early.
Symptoms – trouble urinating (LUTS)
- Frequent urination during the day and at night (nocturia)
- Weak or interrupted urine stream, dribbling after urinating
- Difficulty starting to urinate and a need to strain
- Sudden, urgent need to urinate
- Feeling that the bladder has not emptied completely
- In advanced stages, an inability to urinate or urine leakage
Causes and risk factors
- Age – symptoms most often appear after the age of 50
- The hormonal imbalance that naturally develops in men with age
- A family history of an enlarged prostate
- Being overweight, a lack of exercise and metabolic conditions can make symptoms worse
Diagnosis at our clinic
The examination is comprehensive and takes place in one location, at Bernolákova 9 in Bratislava.
Physical examination
The basis is a gentle digital examination of the prostate through the rectum, which takes only a moment.
Blood and urine
We take blood for PSA and creatinine, which reflects kidney function, and test the urine chemically and by sediment analysis.
Ultrasound and uroflowmetry
Ultrasound of the kidneys, prostate and bladder with a focus on residual urine; measuring the urine flow shows precisely how severe the problem is.
Treatment – what we provide at our clinic
Active surveillance
For mild symptoms, lifestyle adjustments and regular check-ups with ultrasound and PSA are enough.
Medication
We tailor medicines that relax the prostate muscle or reduce its volume to each patient and monitor their effect over time.
Lifestyle measures
We advise on fluid intake, limiting irritating drinks and adjusting your lifestyle.
Long-term follow-up care
Regular monitoring, including PSA, reduces the risk that another prostate condition goes unnoticed.
Surgical treatment (TURP)
Prostate surgery for BPH is performed in hospital. If the procedure is needed, we prepare you and direct you to the right facility – MUDr. Rybár also works at Bory Hospital.
We do not perform prostate surgery (TURP) at our office – our role is precise diagnostics, conservative treatment and pointing you in the right direction if surgery becomes necessary.
When to see a doctor
- You cannot urinate or only pass a few drops
- You have noticed blood in your urine
- You have a fever or chills together with urinary problems
- Pain in the lower abdomen or the perineum
- Night-time urination and a weak urine stream are affecting your everyday life
Acute problems are seen as a priority
Call +421 948 687 667 – acute patients are seen as a priority, and a regular appointment is usually available within a few days.
Frequently asked questions about an enlarged prostate
No. Benign prostatic hyperplasia is a non-cancerous enlargement and does not turn into cancer. The two conditions can, however, occur at the same time, which is why checking the PSA level is part of the examination.
A gentle digital examination of the prostate through the rectum, a blood test for PSA and creatinine, urine testing, ultrasound and measurement of the urine flow. Depending on the findings, we can add a urodynamic or endoscopic examination.
In most cases, yes. Mild symptoms only need monitoring; for more pronounced symptoms, medicines that relax the prostate muscle or reduce its volume help. Surgery is only needed for advanced conditions or complications.
No, prostate surgery for BPH is performed in hospital. At our clinic we provide complete diagnostics, medication and long-term monitoring; if surgery is needed, we prepare you and direct you to a specialised facility.
No. We are a private office with no contracts with health insurers, so you book directly without a referral and get an appointment quickly, usually within a few days.
Related topics
Prostatitis
Prostatitis can cause similar urinary problems and a temporarily raised PSA.
PSA – prostate screening
A blood test that helps detect prostate conditions early.
Prostate cancer
Early detection is key – diagnostics, fusion biopsy and second opinion at our clinic.
Who will take care of you
Urologist and urologic oncologist · lead specialist for urology at Proctocare
MUDr. Ľuboš Rybár specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of urological and urologic oncology conditions, with an emphasis on modern diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
- Urologist and urologic oncologist at Bory Hospital
- Clinical fellowships at urology departments in Sweden and Lithuania
- Author of publications in professional journals
Urologist · Bratislava office
MUDr. Patrik Hesko focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of urological conditions, with an emphasis on modern diagnostic procedures and an individual approach to each patient.
Author and medical review: MUDr. Ľuboš Rybár, PhD. – urologist and uro-oncologist, head medical guarantor of urology at Proctocare. · Last medical review: July 2026
Are urinary problems troubling you?
Book on +421 948 687 667 – the examination with ultrasound takes place discreetly in Bratislava, usually within a few days.
Bratislava: Bernolákova 9, 811 07 (STEIN II) · Mon–Fri 07:30–19:30, Sat 07:30–12:30
info@proctocare.sk