Your prostate gland may change as you age, affecting your urination or ejaculation. The price of prostate surgery starts from Php 80,000 and above depending on the procedure type. Let’s see your options.
Laser Type
Surgery may involve TURP (transurethral resection of the prostate) or laser treatment. Benign prostatic hyperplasia refers to an enlarged gland but may be treated with laser if not surgery. The price of laser treatment may range from Php 100,000 to Php 120,000 or more.
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Prostate Removal
The surgery to remove the gland may be the last option if cancer is present and does not react to treatment. Prostatectomy price in the Philippines may range from Php 80,000 to Php 100,000 depending on the mode of operation.
In our research to find the cheapest rate, Jose Reyes Memorial Hospital seems to have the best pricing for the surgery at Php 14,000. This may not be the final cost since you are likely to undergo chemotherapy treatment later on.
Do You Have These?
Problems related to the prostate gland may involve pain in the lower abdomen, pain when urinating or ejaculating semen, the feeling of having a full urinary bladder all the time.
Is It Surgery Right Away?
Upon proper diagnosis, the doctor will evaluate whether you need medication or special treatment. Enlargement is usually treated with medicines. Surgery will be the last option especially if the situation is related to cancer.
Major hospitals offer effective treatment for prostate problems especially those that could benefit from laser treatment. If you are on a tight budget, you may find a cheaper option among government hospitals for surgery.
Other Deductions
For members of Philhealth, a portion of the surgery expenses may be covered. The benefit may reach up to Php 100,000 based on the most recent news from Philhealth that we gathered.
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References: Mayoclinic
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