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Not necessarily, a prostate can become enlarged over time, especially in older men. This is called BPH (BenignProstatic
Hyperplasia).
This condition can cause symptoms such as slowed urine flow, general discomfort in the pelvic and lower back region. These same symptoms can be present in the case of cancer as well. But the two conditions are completely different.
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 13y agoNot necessarily. A swollen prostate, typically called BPH (Benign Prostate Hyperplasia) can occur in healthy men with no connection to cancer. It does not indicate cancer. It does not mean that you will get prostate cancer down the road.
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∙ 12y agoNo it does not. The prostate gland will grow larger as the man ages. This is normal. Sometimes the prostate will get too large causing a slow urine stream or other symptoms. This is called BPH (Benign Prostate Hyperplasia) and is very treatable.
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∙ 11y agoThat is one possibility, or it could just be an infection from some microbe. Only your doctor can determine the difference.
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∙ 11y agoNo. The two conditions are not at all related.
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Is there a correlation between prostate cancer and prostate hypertrophy?
No. Someone having an enlarged prostate does not mean they will develop cancer.
What causes a mildly enlarged and mildly heterogeneous prostate?
cancer prostate
How do you put prostate in a sentence?
prostate cancer is deadly The old man had difficulty urinating because he had an enlarged prostate.
Can enlarged prostate cause very low testosterone?
The enlarged prostate wouldnt regulate the testosterone production in either direction.
Is the whole prostate removed in surgery?
The treatment for prostate cancer or an enlarged prostate depends on the stage of the cancer or issues with BPH. Some surgeons will recommend removing the prostate and others experienced in more advanced treatments can use robotic surgery to remove the cancer and possibly keeping the prostate intact. A urologist experienced in dealing with prostate cancer and treating enlarged prostate would be able to give you more information and options available.
Does asbestos cause prostate cancer?
No. It may cause lung cancer, but it has no effect on the prostate.
Can a enlarged prostate cause difficulty using the bathroom?
Enlarged prostate causes annoying trips to the bathroom due to leaking, or dribbling.
How many men have enlarged prostate glands?
Worldwide studies have shown that about 12% of men in Western countries get prostate cancer, while 50% have enlarged prostates.
Is prostate massage a positive thing again prostate cancer?
Prostate massage is only recommended for prostate health issues, such as enlarged prostate (BPH) or prostatitis (prostate inflammation). Due to the potential risk of releasing prostate cancer cells that can spread to the body, it is not recommended that men with prostate cancer perform prostate massage.
Is musturbration causes prostate cancer in male?
Masterbation does not cause prostate cancer.
Does prostate cancer cause distortion of the urethra?
Prostate Cancer can cause the prostate gland to swell. This swelling can narrow or restrict the urethra altogether. It is possible to have prostate cancer and not experience any problems with the urethra.
Does LSD cause prostate cancer?
There is no known link between LSD and prostate cancer.
