Question

A 72-year-old man with BPH and LUTS asks about initial therapy. Which aligns with AUA guidance?

Accepted Answer

Start alpha-1 blocker for moderate-to-severe LUTS; consider 5-ARI if enlarged prostate

Answer

Start 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor monotherapy for any prostate size

Answer

Start anticholinergic alone in urinary retention

Answer

Use testosterone for LUTS

Answer

Immediate TURP for all symptomatic men

Practice question

A 72-year-old man with BPH and LUTS asks about initial therapy. Which aligns with AUA guidance?