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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 glan... |
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Symptoms
Less than half of all men with BPH have symptoms of the disease, which include: Dribbling at the end of urinating;...
Causes
The actual cause of prostate enlargement is unknown. Factors linked to aging and the testicles themselves may play a...
Tests
After taking a complete medical history, your doctor will perform a digital rectal exam to feel the prostate gland. The...
Treatments
The choice of a treatment is based on the severity of your symptoms, the extent to which they affect your daily life,...
Complications
Men who have had long-standing BPH with a gradual increase in symptoms may develop: Sudden inability to urinate; Urinary...
Doctor Specialties
Call your doctor right away if you have: Less urine than usual; Fever or chills; Back, side, or abdominal pain; Blood or...
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