One week back there was pain while urinating and next day stopped urine. After three days (i am given to understand I should not have waited for three days) went to hospital and removed the urine inserting catheter. sonography done, enlarged prostate in size 5.5 x 4.1 x 3.7 cms. 44 cc. 2017 sonography 4.3 x 3.4 x 3.5. They have advised me to go for operation. But the question is, is it necessary? Most of the people after the age of 60 have enlarged prostrate. Was it not possible that I had some temporary inflammation or stiffness in urinary organs and urine stopped? Is enlarged prostate of the size mentioned require operation? As it stands they have prescribed urimax d (tamsulosin hydrochloride & dutasteride )tablets. They warned me not to remove catheter unless I am operated. I am walking around with catheter. Your valuable advice please.