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The choice of a treatment is based on the severity of your symptoms, the extent to which they affect your daily life, and the presence of any other medical conditions. Treatment options include watchful waiting, lifestyle changes, medication, or surgery. If you are over 60, you ...[read article]

Tests for Benign Enlargement of Prostate

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A digital rectal exam is an examination of the lower rectum. The doctor uses a gloved, lubricated finger to check for abnormalities.The doctor will first examine th...  More
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During a physical examination, a health care provider studies a patient''s body to determine the presence or absence of physical problems.  More
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A noninvasive method of assessing bladder volume and other bladder conditions using ultrasonography to determine the amount of urine retention or post-void residual...  More
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Uroflowmetry is a test that measures the volume of urine released(excreted) from the body, the speed with which it is excreted, and how long the excretion takes.You...  More
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Ultrasound involves the use of high-frequency sound waves to create images of organs and systems within the body.An ultrasound machine creates images that allow var...  More
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PSA stands for prostate-specific antigen. It is a protein found in prostate cells.  More
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Prostate-specific antigen, or PSA, is a protein produced by the prostate gland that may be found in elevated levels in the blood when a person develops certain dise...  More
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Medical Procedures for Benign Enlargement of Prostate

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Minimally invasive prostate resection is surgery to remove part of the prostate gland, to treat an enlarged prostate. The surgery will improve the flow of urine thr...  More
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Transurethral resection of the prostate(TURP) is surgery to remove all or part of the prostate gland, to treat an enlarged prostate.  More
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Minimally invasive prostate resection is surgery to remove part of the prostate gland, to treat an enlarged prostate. The surgery will improve the flow of urine thr...  More
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Minimally invasive prostate resection is surgery to remove part of the prostate gland, to treat an enlarged prostate. The surgery will improve the flow of urine thr...  More
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Dermatologic surgeons also helped pioneer laser surgery, and developed and improved upon many early techniques and more refined surgical procedures.The three types ...  More
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To help treat your enlarged prostate gland and relieve your symptoms, your doctor may recommend laser prostatectomy. A laser (concentrated light energy) is used to...  More
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Radiofrequency Ablation
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Minimally invasive prostate resection is surgery to remove part of the prostate gland, to treat an enlarged prostate. The surgery will improve the flow of urine thr...  More
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Surgical Procedures for Benign Enlargement of Prostate

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Transurethral resection of the prostate(TURP) is a surgical procedure by which portions of the prostate gland are removed through the urethra.The prostate is a glan...  More
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Open prostatectomy is a procedure for removal of an enlarged prostate gland.The primary indication for open prostatectomy is benign prostatic hyperplasia(BPH), a co...  More
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A stent is a tiny tube placed into an artery, blood vessel, or other duct(such as one that carries urine) to hold the structure open.When a stent is placed into the...  More
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To help treat your enlarged prostate gland and relieve your symptoms, your doctor may recommend laser prostatectomy. A laser (concentrated light energy) is used to...  More
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Prescribed Medications for Benign Enlargement of Prostate

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TAMSULOSIN (tam SOO loe sin) is used to treat enlargement of the prostate gland in men, a condition called benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH. It is not for use in...  More
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FINASTERIDE (fi NAS teer ide) is used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in men. This is a condition that causes you to have an enlarged prostate. This med...  More
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TERAZOSIN (ter AY zoe sin) is an antihypertensive. It works by relaxing the blood vessels. It is used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in men and to trea...  More
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PRAZOSIN (PRA zoe sin) is an antihypertensive. It works by relaxing the blood vessels. It is used to treat high blood pressure. This medicine may be used for other ...  More
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DOXAZOSIN (dox AY zoe sin) is an antihypertensive. It works by relaxing the blood vessels. It is used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in men and to trea...  More
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DUTASTERIDE (doo TAS teer ide) is used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in men. This is a condition that causes you to have an enlarged prostate. This me...  More
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ALFUZOSIN (al FYOO zoe sin) is used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in men. This is a condition that causes you to have an enlarged prostate. This medic...  More
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Self Care for Benign Enlargement of Prostate

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Kegel exercises are a series of pelvic muscle exercises designed to strengthen the muscles of the pelvic floor.Pelvic muscle strengthening exercises; Pelvic floor e...  More
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Heat treatments are therapeutic applications of superficial or deep-heating agents to areas of the body.decrease muscle tightness and increase flexibility.increase ...  More
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Herbs and Supplements for Benign Enlargement of Prostate What's this?

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The Pygeum africanum (African plum) tree is a tall evergreen of the family Rosaceae found in central and southern Africa. Its bark has been used medicinally for tho...  More
Efficacy Grade B
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Red clover is a legume, which like soy contains phytoestrogens (plant-based chemicals that are similar to estrogen, and may act in the body like estrogen or may act...  More
Efficacy Grade C
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The African wild potato is native to South Africa. It is a bitter plant used for a wide variety of conditions including diabetes mellitus, hemorrhage, and prostate ...  More
Efficacy Grade C
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The genus name Urtica comes from the Latin verb urere meaning, to burn, because of its urticate (stinging) hairs that cover the stem and underside of the leaves. Th...  More
Efficacy Grade C
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Saw palmetto ( Serenoa repens , Sabal serrulata ) is used popularly in Europe for symptoms associated with benign prostatic hypertrophy (enlargement of the prostate...  More
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