Has your urine flow changed? Find out if it’s normal.
Have you noticed changes when you urinate—like a weaker stream, more frequent trips to the bathroom, or trouble starting and stopping?It’s normal to wonder:
Is this serious?
Should I see a doctor now, or wait?
Am I still within the “normal” range?
That’s exactly why the IPSS (International Prostate Symptom Score) test was created. It’s the same questionnaire doctors use in clinics worldwide to evaluate prostate and bladder symptoms. And now, you can take it yourself—privately, at home, in just a few minutes.
What Is the IPSS Test?
The IPSS is a standardized, clinically validated questionnaire with seven simple questions about your urinary habits, plus one about your quality of life. Your answers generate a score that falls into one of three categories:
Mild symptoms (0–7)
Moderate symptoms (8–19)
Severe symptoms (20–35)
This score helps doctors understand how much your daily life is affected, and it helps you decide whether it’s time to seek medical care.
How to Start
You don’t need an appointment or a clinic visit.
Answer a few questions about your urinary symptoms. You’ll instantly see your score and what it means.
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