I am 76 years old, and I share the same preference. However, if my doctor were to recommend surgical removal, I would opt for the least invasive method available, which, to the best of my knowledge, is the da Vinci robotic-assisted procedure. I’d like to be well-prepared and informed about the best surgical options and specialists, should that path become necessary.
That said, I have been leaning toward complete removal of the prostate gland rather than undergoing a gland-reducing procedure like TURP, Rezum, or Urolift. But I wasn’t aware that the da Vinci method is typically reserved for cancerous glands and cannot be used as a precautionary measure, similar to preventive surgeries (mastectomy) some women undergo to reduce the risk of breast cancer.
In any case, if my condition becomes critical, I will follow Sheryl’s advice and seek a second opinion, likely from a reputable urologist (yet to be determined) at one of the major hospitals in Bangkok.