Prostate Enlargement/BPH
Benign prostatic hyperplasia is an enlarged prostate gland. Symptoms include trouble with urination, a weak urine stream, and not feeling empty after urination. Treatments include lifestyle changes, medicine, and surgery.
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Topic Overview
What is benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)?
Benign prostatic hyperplasia
(BPH) is an enlarged
prostate gland
. The prostate gland surrounds the
urethra, the tube that carries urine from the
bladder out of the body. As the prostate gets bigger,
it may squeeze or partly block the urethra. This often causes problems
with urinating.
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