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Resources - benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH)
InformationThe following organizations provide information on benign prostate hyperplasia (prostate enlargement):
- American Urological Association Foundation - www.auafoundation.org
- National Kidney and Urologic Diseases Information Clearinghouse - www.kidney.niddk.nih.gov
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If the prostate enlarges and decreases the urithral what is that called?
If the prostate enlarges and compresses the urethra, it is called benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). This condition can lead to lower urinary tract symptoms such as increased frequency and urgency of urination.
Does benign prostatic hyperplasia cause a cancerous enlargement of the prostate?
No, a benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) does not cause a cancerous enlargement of the prostate. A BPH is not cancerous. It is defined as a noncancerous enlargement of the prostate gland.
What is the medical term meaning benign growth of the tissue in the prostate gland?
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is the medical term meaning noncancerous growth of prostate tissue.
What is non-cancerous growth of the prostate called?
A non-cancerous growth of the prostate is called benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). This condition leads to an enlargement of the prostate gland and can cause symptoms such as frequent urination, especially at night, and difficulty urinating. While BPH is non-cancerous, it can still cause issues and may require treatment.
What does the Abbreviation BPH stand for?
BPH is an acronym for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia. BPH is an enlargement of the male prostate gland which, though non-cancerous, can cause discomfort and urinary and erectile issues.
What is common noncancerous condition of the prostate in older men?
Benign prostatic hyperplasia, (BPH) is a common noncancerous condition of the prostate in older men. This is an enlargement of the prostate that is not cancerous.
What does the medical abbreviation BPH mean?
Benign prostatic hyperplasia -an increase in size of the prostate in middle-aged and elderly men
What is the width of the prostate gland?
The prostate gland is about the size of a walnut. As we grow older (at about 40), it enlarges a bit. This condition is called Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
What is BPH - benign prostatic hyperplasia?
Enlargement of the prostate. BPH is not cancer, but it can cause some of the same symptoms. [From Federal Citizen Information Center (FCIC) - Understanding Prostate Changes: A Health Guide For All Men]
What is the full form of BPH in the medical field?
BPH is benign prostatic hyperplasia
Why do i pee and then right after have the sensation to pee again?
This is a possible symptom of a prostate gland disorder known as BPH (Benign Prostate Hyperplasia). This can be treated by medication, so see your doctor.
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.
