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What is done as an enlarged prostate treatment and is it usually cancerous?
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∙ 12y ago
Be very cautious about an enlarged prostate. There is a huge concern that it could be a sign of cancer. Go see a specialist as soon as possible. Treatment could include death.
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What is prostate problem?
Usually, BPH [ bening prostatic hypertrophy ] is an enlarged prostate and causes problems urinating . There are medications for this, such as antibiotics and herbal medicine Diuretic and Anti-inflammatory Pill, and perhaps surgery. The prostate can also become cancerous , so regular exams and lab tests[ PSA ] is the best way to keep ahead of any prostate problems.
What condition does laser prostatectomy help?
Laser prostatectomy is used in the treatment of a number of prostate-related conditions, most usually benign prostatic hypertrophy or BPH, a condition in which the prostate gland has enlarged, making it difficult to urinate.
What is enlarged prostate also called?
An enlarged prostate means that the prostate has gotten bigger than its original size. Benign prostatic hypertrophy is its common name and mostly happens to old and middle-aged men.
How to tell if your ferret has an enlarged prostate?
If your male ferret is straining to urinate it could be an enlarged prostate which is usually caused by adrenal disease. According to this website - exoticpetvet.com Stranguria (straining to urinate)-This is seen mainly in male ferrets. It is due to the prostate becoming enlarged secondary to excessive testosterone secreted by the adrenal gland(s).
When does enlarged prostate show up?
Significant enlargement and symptoms usually do not appear until after age 50
What does the term prostate enlargement mean?
Prostate enlargement refers to the condition where the prostate gland grows in size, usually due to a condition called benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). This can cause symptoms such as frequent urination, especially at night, weak urine flow, and difficulty emptying the bladder completely. It is a common condition in aging men.
Is sclerotherapy injection for haemorrhoid affects the prostate gland?
In some cases, yes it can affects the prostate. usually happen to the patient that have enlarged prostate gland ( due to some disease ) and the injection of sclerotherapy too close or had direct contact to the prostate gland.
Want to see a diagram of enlarged prostate gland?
We don't usually show diagrams but this may help: www.comprehensive-urology.com
What is an enlarged prostate?
An enlarged prostate is a condition in which your prostate is increased in size. This is common when you reach your 50s. It is also called the non-cancer growth of prostate gland.Researches have noticed that 50 % of males experience the symptoms of benign enlarged prostate when they reach their 60s.Answer:The prostate gland has two periods of major growth. The first is at adolescence and the second is around the age of 30 when the prostate starts growing again. By the time a man reaches the age of 40 this growth may increase the size of the prostate gland so much that it starts pushing against the urethra. An aging prostate is usually associated with urinary discomforts. Doctors do not know why this happens, but attribute it to hormonal changes.
What bone is behind the urinary bladder?
The prostate, it forms a ring around the urethra after urine is deposited. THis is why people with enlarged prostates usually encounter urinary problems.
What is the name of he doctor that treats the prostate?
A urologist treats male urination and penis problems. An endocrinologist treats hormone problems. It is not unusual for urologists to assess hormonal status during evaluation for certain kinds of urological problems.
What would be a symptom of an enlarges prostate?
It becomes difficult to pass urine among some, but not all men with enlarged prostate glands. Unfortunately there aren't many other symptoms. Your doctor can detect increased levels of PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen), but that doesn't always catch the problem, you'll need to go to your doctor for regular exams.
