Overview
Men in Thane West often endure months.Read moreShow less
Sometimes years — of disrupted sleep, diminished urinary flow, and the anxiety of not knowing whether their symptoms signal something benign or serious, before finally seeking specialist help. At Nest Hospital in Naupada, HRG Urology's prostate enlargement service is designed to meet these men where they are: in their own neighbourhood, at a clinic they can reach easily from Vartak Nagar, Wagle Estate, or Kopri, with a specialist team that treats both the medical condition and the understandable hesitancy many men feel about discussing urological symptoms. Dr. Harshawardhan Godbole FRCS brings 30 years of prostate experience to Nest Hospital — including advanced HoLEP laser surgical techniques not widely available in Thane — at a consultation fee of just ₹1,000.
What to know
Prostate Enlargement (BPH) Treatment at Nest Hospital, Naupada
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia is the medical term for a non-cancerous prostate gland that has grown large enough to compress the urethra and obstruct urine flow.Read moreShow less
It is not prostate cancer and does not cause cancer — but that distinction requires a PSA blood test and clinical assessment to confirm, not a presumption. Many men in Thane West tolerate BPH symptoms for years under the assumption that they are simply an inevitable consequence of ageing. While BPH is indeed common — affecting half of all men over 50 — the severity of its impact on quality of life, sleep, and bladder health varies enormously, and effective treatment exists for all severity levels.
Dr. Harshawardhan Godbole MS, MCh, FRCS — MDT Lead for Urology at North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust — leads the HRG Urology team at Nest Hospital. He was among the first urologists in his region to adopt HoLEP (Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate) as a primary surgical modality, and brings this advanced technique to his Thane practice.
Why the IPSS Score Matters More Than Symptoms Alone
The International Prostate Symptom Score (IPSS) quantifies urinary symptoms on a standardised scale and identifies the degree to which they affect daily life and sleep quality.Read moreShow less
This matters because two men with identical prostate sizes can have dramatically different IPSS scores — and treatment should be guided by the symptom burden, not the anatomy alone. At Nest Hospital, every BPH assessment begins with IPSS scoring, setting a baseline that guides treatment selection and enables objective tracking of treatment response.
HoLEP — Advanced Laser Surgery Available in Naupada
HoLEP involves passing a laser telescope through the urethra to enucleate (core out) the obstructing prostate tissue with precision.Read moreShow less
Unlike TURP, which shaves the prostate, HoLEP removes the entire obstructing adenoma — resulting in lower retreatment rates, less bleeding, and shorter catheter time. Patients with larger prostates who would previously have required open surgery are now candidates for this minimally invasive technique. Dr. Godbole's experience in HoLEP is one of the specific advantages of choosing HRG Urology at Nest Hospital over general urology services in the area.
Why Nest
Nest Hospital in Naupada serves Thane West's most established residential areas.Read moreShow less
Men from Vartak Nagar, Wagle Estate, and Kopri can attend a specialist BPH consultation without crossing the city, making regular monitoring appointments and follow-up visits significantly more manageable.
Nearby areas
Thane WestNaupadaVartak NagarWagle EstateKopri
Men from across Thane West attend HRG Urology at Nest Hospital for BPH treatment.Read moreShow less
From the immediate Naupada neighbourhood through to Vartak Nagar, Wagle Estate, Kopri, Louis Wadi, Majiwada, and beyond. The clinic's central Naupada location, accessible by auto-rickshaw from Thane station in 10 minutes, makes it the practical choice for patients across the western Thane district who want specialist prostate care without a significant commute.
Questions
I live in Vartak Nagar — is Nest Hospital the closest BPH specialist in Thane West?
Yes. For patients from Vartak Nagar, Wagle Estate, Kopri, and the surrounding Thane West areas, Nest Hospital in Naupada is the closest HRG Urology location. The clinic is behind the State Bank of India in Naupada — easy to reach by auto-rickshaw from anywhere in Thane West in under 15 minutes. Call +91 88280 71522 to book your BPH consultation.
Can BPH cause permanent damage to the kidneys if left untreated?
Yes. In advanced BPH, the bladder is forced to work against increased outflow resistance over years — eventually losing its ability to empty completely (chronic urinary retention). This can cause bladder wall thickening and, in severe cases, back-pressure effects on the kidneys leading to hydronephrosis and permanent renal impairment. This is why BPH should not be ignored once it begins causing significant symptoms — early treatment preserves bladder and kidney function.
What is HoLEP and is it available at Nest Hospital, Naupada?
HoLEP (Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate) is a minimally invasive laser surgical technique that removes the obstructing prostate adenoma through the urethra. It has lower retreatment rates than TURP, significantly reduced bleeding, and shorter catheter time — making it particularly suitable for patients on blood thinners, with larger prostates, or those at higher surgical risk. Dr. Harshawardhan Godbole has experience in HoLEP, and it is available as a treatment option through HRG Urology.
How do BPH symptoms differ from prostate cancer symptoms?
In early stages, prostate cancer often causes no symptoms at all — whereas BPH symptoms (weak stream, urgency, nocturia) are usually noticeable. When prostate cancer advances locally, it can cause urinary symptoms similar to BPH. A PSA blood test and digital rectal examination are therefore performed at every BPH assessment to rule out prostate cancer as a concurrent diagnosis. You cannot distinguish BPH from early prostate cancer on symptoms alone — specialist assessment is essential.
What medications are available for BPH in India and are they effective?
The main medical treatment options for BPH available in India include alpha-blockers (tamsulosin, alfuzosin, silodosin) which relax the prostate and bladder neck to improve urine flow, and 5-alpha reductase inhibitors (finasteride, dutasteride) which reduce prostate size over 6–12 months. Combination therapy is often the most effective approach. Dr. Godbole's team at Nest Hospital will recommend the appropriate medication based on your IPSS score, prostate size on ultrasound, and PSA level.
