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Prostate - Enlarged prostate

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Causes of enlarged prostate
Ageing and male hormones are the only proven risk factors for developing BPH.

Symptoms of enlarged prostate
Symptoms can be related to the obstructive effect of prostate enlargement itself, to secondary effects of the obstruction on the bladder, or to the complications of BPH.

Prevalence of enlarged prostate
There is no accepted definition of what comprises BPH. The first microscopic changes of hyperplasia tend to develop in the prostate around age 35.

Diagnosis of enlarged prostate
Diagnosis of BPH is made based on medical history, physical examination and some confirmatory special tests.

Treatment of enlarged prostate
The main treatment options are watchful waiting, medication and surgery.

Prevention of enlarged prostate
There is no viable way of preventing the development of BPH.

Course of an enlarged prostate
It is clear that BPH is not necessarily a progressive disease.

When to see a doctor (Enlarged prostate)
The acute (sudden) inability to pass urine is painful and will necessitate a hospital or doctor�s visit.

Enlarged Prostate
The enlargement of the prostate distorts the urethra, obstructing the flow of urine from the bladder.

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