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Benign Enlargement of Prostate (BP... Learning Center

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The prostate is a male reproductive gland that produces the fluid that carries sperm during ejaculation. It surrounds the urethra, the tube through which urine passes out of the body.An enlarged prostate means the gland...

Basic Info

Symptoms
Less than half of all men with BPH have symptoms of the disease, which include:Dribbling after urinatingInability to ...
Causes
The actual cause of prostate enlargement is unknown. It is believed that factors linked to aging and the testicles th...
Tests
After taking a complete medical history, your doctor will perform a digital rectal exam to feel the prostate gland. ...
Treatments
Treatment options include"watchful waiting," lifestyle changes, medication, or surgery.If you are over 60, you are mo...
Risk Factors
  • Elderly man
Complications
Men who have had long-standing BPH with a gradual increase in symptoms may develop:Sudden inability to urinate Urinar...
Prevention
  • No known prevention
Doctor Specialties
Call your doctor right away if you have:Less urine than usualFever or chillsBack, side, or abdominal painBlood or pus...

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