Steam (REZUM) Over Scalpel
Al-Ahli Hospital’s Breakthrough in Treating Enlarged Prostate with Innovation, Compassion, and Confidence
Dr. Mohammad Issa Dauleh, Consultant Urologist and Head of the Department at Al-Ahli Hospital/Qatar
A Gentle Revolution in Men’s Health
For years, men have learned to live with discomfort, to stay silent through the night-time trips to the bathroom, the slow urine stream, the social hesitations, and the quiet worry that something just isn’t right.
The cause? Benign Prostatic enlargement (BPE), a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate that affects more than 50% of men over the age of 60, and nearly 80% over 70.
At Al-Ahli Hospital, we believe it’s time to talk about it. Not just talk, but act boldly and gently, with the latest innovation in urology care: Steam Therapy.
What Is BPE Really Like?
For many men, BPE doesn’t arrive with drama. It comes quietly, first with waking up at night to urinate, then with hesitating at public events, then the frustration of never truly emptying the bladder. Left untreated, it can lead to urinary retention, bladder infections, or worse, invasive surgery. While traditional solutions like medications or transurethral resection surgery (TUR-P) work, they often come at the cost of side effects, sometimes impacting sexual health, requiring hospitalization, and carrying emotional tolls. At Al-Ahli Hospital, we are proud to offer Water Vapor Therapy, a game-changing procedure that uses the natural power of steam to shrink prostate tissue, improve urine flow, and eliminate symptoms, all without cutting, stitches, or long recovery.
Here’s how it works
- A small device is inserted through the urethra under anesthesia.
- Steam at 103°C is released in short pulses directly into the enlarged parts of the prostate.
- The steam causes the problematic tissue to die off and shrink.
- In just 10–15 minutes, the urethra is relieved, and normal urinary flow is gradually restored.
This therapy FDA-approved introduced in the United States in 2015, United Kingdom National Institute of clinical excellence (NICE) approved it in 2018, supported by years of clinical success, giving men the choice to reclaim their quality of life.
Why Men Are Choosing Steam at Al-Ahli? What makes Al-Ahli’s steam therapy experience different?
- Expertise and empathy: Our team of world-class urologists combines technical excellence with a deeply human approach.
- No overnight stay. No scalpels. A simple outpatient procedure.
- Preserves sexual health: Unlike many surgeries, steam therapy rarely interferes with erectile function or ejaculation.
- Fast recovery: Most men return to work within a few days.
- Confidence, restored: More than just symptom relief, patients gain back control, comfort, and dignity.
I never thought something so simple could change so much,” shares one of our patients. “No more pills, no more fear I got my life back.”
Who Can Benefit Most?
Steam therapy is ideal for:
- Men aged 50+
- Experiencing moderate to severe urinary symptoms
- Those who don’t respond well to medication
- Men at high surgical risk or with other health conditions
- Anyone seeking a long-term solution without side effects
Possible Short-Term Effects
Like any procedure, minor short-term effects may include burning during urination, slight bleeding, or temporary difficulty urinating. These usually subside within 4–6 weeks. Most patients begin noticing improvement within 2 weeks, and full benefits appear within 3 months.
Al-Ahli Hospital Standard: Innovation with Integrity
Al-Ahli Hospital doesn’t follow trends we set standards. Steam therapy is just one example of how we integrate technology, trust, and tradition to serve our patients with excellence. Our commitment to men’s health extends beyond treatments into conversation, awareness, and community trust.
We encourage every man to listen to his body and choose a path that’s modern, safe, and centered around him.
The Courage to Choose Comfort
Enlarged prostate may be common but suffering from it doesn’t have to be. With Steam Therapy at Al-Ahli, men finally have a treatment that aligns with the values they hold dear: discretion, dignity, and decisiveness.
This is more than urology it’s about restoring everyday life, one drop of steam at a time. Book your consultation today. At Al-Ahli Hospital, your health is in expert, caring hands.
