Why men with enlarged prostate are turning to Rezum at BNH Hospital: Your questions answered
Many men initially think Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) is simply a normal part of ageing: just waking up at night to urinate or visiting the bathroom more often. However, for many patients, BPH gradually becomes far more disruptive than expected.
Frequent urination can lead to severe sleep deprivation, leaving patients exhausted during the day. Some men avoid travel, meetings, or social activities because they fear not being able to find a restroom in time. Others experience a sudden “scare event” such as acute urinary retention requiring emergency catheterisation.
Medication may help at first, but long-term use often brings medication fatigue and concerns about sexual side effects. Meanwhile, traditional prostate surgery can raise worries about complications affecting sexual function.
For many patients seeking a modern, effective, and less invasive solution, Rezum therapy at BNH Hospital in Bangkok has become a preferred choice.
To help you understand this treatment better, here’s what most patients want to know about Rezum therapy:
1. What is Rezum therapy?
Rezum therapy is a minimally invasive treatment that uses natural water vapour (steam) to shrink enlarged prostate tissue. The targeted steam releases energy to destroy excess prostate cells that cause urinary blockage.
Over time, the body naturally absorbs the treated tissue, allowing the prostate to open the urinary channel and relieve symptoms.
2. Why do men with an enlarged prostate choose Rezum over other treatment options?
Many men with BPH seek a treatment that relieves urinary symptoms while preserving their quality of life. Rezum water vapour therapy has become a popular option because it offers an effective, safe, and minimally invasive alternative to traditional surgery.
One major reason patients choose Rezum is its ability to preserve sexual function. Unlike some conventional prostate surgeries that may cause retrograde ejaculation, Rezum is designed to minimise these risks, allowing men to improve urinary symptoms while maintaining sexual health.
Rezum can also help patients reduce or stop long-term BPH medications. Drugs such as alpha-blockers or 5-alpha reductase inhibitors often need to be taken for years and may cause side effects like dizziness, low blood pressure, or reduced libido. After successful treatment, many patients can discontinue these medications.
Another advantage is that Rezum is a minimally invasive procedure. Instead of cutting or removing prostate tissue, it uses targeted water vapour delivered through the natural urinary channel to shrink the enlarged prostate, reducing the risks associated with traditional surgery.
The procedure is also quick and convenient, typically completed in a short outpatient visit with a relatively fast recovery. Many patients return home the same day and resume normal activities soon after.
Most importantly, Rezum provides lasting relief from common BPH symptoms, such as frequent urination, weak urine stream, urgency, and nighttime urination. For many men, it offers an effective and modern solution for managing an enlarged prostate with minimal disruption to daily life.
3. Who performs Rezum treatment at BNH Hospital?
Rezum therapy at BNH Hospital is performed by Dr Suntchai Wirotsaengthong, a leading urologist specialising in minimally invasive prostate treatments.
Dr Suntchai is recognised as a Center of Excellence (COE) physician for Rezum therapy and leads the first Rezum Center of Education in ASEAN.
His extensive expertise not only attracts patients but also mentors physicians across the region, helping them master the procedure firsthand.
4. Is Rezum treatment expensive?
At BNH Hospital, the regular price for Rezum therapy is 220,000 Thai baht.
However, for a limited time, patients can access a special promotional price of 185,000 Thai baht for procedures completed within March 2026.
This package offers access to world-class treatment at a significantly reduced cost.
5. How can patients get started with Rezum treatment at BNH Hospital?
Rezum is not a one-size-fits-all treatment and doesn’t work overnight. Each patient’s prostate size, symptoms, and overall health differ, so it’s important to discuss your situation with a specialist. During consultation, the doctor will determine whether Rezum is suitable for your case and explain realistic expectations for results.
BNH Hospital currently offers a free consultation for patients interested in Rezum therapy.
Contact them today to:
- Arrange your Free Consultation
- Learn if you are a candidate for Rezum therapy
- Secure the special promotional price of 185,000 Thai baht by March 2026
WhatsApp: +66 63 4457854
Email: dr.suntchai@mcentrebybnh.org
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