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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.
What else can I help you with?
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.
Does asbestos cause prostate cancer?
No. It may cause lung cancer, but it has no effect on the prostate.
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 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.
Does brown semen lead to prostate cancer?
No. The cause of prostate cancer is not known. What we DO know is that if a man lives long enough, he will develop prostate cancer. By age 70, most men have an enlarged prostate, and by age 90 we all do. Some of us develop fast-growing and therefore dangerous cancers, but most of us will live out the remainder of our lives with a slow-growing cancer that won't develop fast enough to be a danger.
What is the medical term meaning blood test for enlarged prostate?
The PSA (prostate specific antigen) is a test that is done to help diagnose the cause of an enlarged prostate. The blood test can't tell you the size of the prostate per se.
What is a prominent prostate?
A prominent prostate is a prostate gland that is enlarged. It is a fairly common issue for men who are age 50 or older. Since it could be a sign of prostate cancer, it should be checked by a doctor.
