The Urge That Wouldn't Wait

Christopher didn’t think much of his symptoms at first. “It probably started 10 or 12 years before I did anything about it,” he said. “I just got by.” But over time, the interruptions became part of his routine. He found himself planning routes around bathroom access, memorizing gas stations and coffee shops near common pickup and drop-off locations.

“I knew all the restroom stops,” he explained. “I’d go before picking someone up, and then sometimes I’d have to go again before the drop-off. With traffic, a client in the car, and nowhere to stop, It’s not ideal.”

Frequent urination can be a symptom of an enlarged prostate due to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), commonly known as an enlarged prostate. As the prostate enlarges, it presses on and blocks the urethra, causing bothersome urinary symptoms. In addition to frequent urination, these symptoms can include urgency, difficulty starting, weak flow, and disruptive nighttime urination (nocturia). BPH is a benign condition, not related to prostate cancer, but can significantly impact a man’s quality of life.

“I knew all the restroom stops. With traffic, a client in the car, and nowhere to stop, It’s not ideal.”

A Turning Point on the Road

After years of managing around his symptoms, Christopher had a chance encounter with a urologist during a client pickup at San Francisco International Airport. The doctor explained that Christopher's symptoms were treatable and encouraged him to take the next step.

Soon after, Christopher scheduled an appointment with a urologist to discuss his options. Following an evaluation, he and his doctor decided the UroLift™ System was the right choice for him. The treatment uses a proven approach for men with BPH that simply lifts and holds the prostate tissue out of the way, so it no longer blocks the urethra.¹ The UroLift procedure does not require heating, cutting, removal, or destruction of prostate tissue.

“The timing worked out perfectly,” Christopher said. “Once I learned more, it was an easy decision to move forward.”

Back in Control of His Route

Since having the UroLift™ System procedure, Christopher says his daily routine has completely changed. For someone who spends hours on the road with clients, that shift has made a meaningful difference.

“When you’re driving in traffic with a client, the last thing you want to worry about is needing a bathroom,” he said.

Christopher has also seen improvements at night. Instead of waking frequently, he now gets more consistent, uninterrupted sleep. “I don’t even think about it anymore,” he added.

Encouraging Other Men to Take Action

Looking back, Christopher says he wishes he hadn’t waited so long to explore treatment. “A lot of men just live with it,” he said. “But you don’t have to.” Today, Christopher is back to focusing on his clients and the road ahead, without the constant need to plan his next stop.