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Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate that typically causes urinary symptoms due to obstruction of the urethra. In contrast, prostate cancer involves the uncontrolled growth of malignant cells within the prostate tissue, which can lead to more severe symptoms and metastasis. Diagnosis typically involves a combination of digital rectal exams, prostate-specific antigen (PSA) testing, and imaging or biopsy to differentiate between the two conditions. While both can affect the prostate, their management and implications for health differ significantly.
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What does the texture of the prostate suggest?
A smooth prostate surface suggests BPH, whereas a distinct lump in the gland might mean prostate cancer
What is the incidence of prostate cancer?
(TURP) relieves symptoms of BPH by removing the prostate tissue that is blocking the urethra. No incision is needed.
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]
Hypertrophy of the prostate?
Hypertrophy of the prostate (BPH) is a condition in which there is a non-cancer abnormal growth of prostate cells in number and size. It is an usual condition which comes with ages, i.e. when you reach your 50s your prostate will get enlarged.
Would it be harmful to use a prostate massager tool when you have bph and a very mild case of prostate cancer?
Ask a doctor. I don't know medically if it would, but I don't imagine it would effect the cancer on a cellular level. But I'm a highschool dropout, so ask your doctor. I would say that it is very foolish - what if in massaging the prostate a few cancer cells came loose, got into your blood stream and metastasized? And "a very mild case of cancer" - this does not sound very medical or accurate. Alternative answer: As you described your condition, in softer words, I would advise that you talk with your attending doctor. With the combination of BPH and prostate cancer (in any stage of growth), prostate massage is ill advised. There are far more complications with massage than the scope of this board abilities to answer. For a general informational note, BPH in its self has a tremendous hazard potential when the prostate is massaged, as does the cancer's ability to metastasis if massaged. Studies have shown the prostate massage is more of a sexual stimulus and has no medical benefits, and should never be used in either case of BPH or cancer of the prostate.
What is nomalignant enlargement of the prostate?
As a male ages, the prostate gradually enlarges. If it gets too large, it can cause a decrease in urine flow. This is called Benign Prostate Hyperplasia, also known as BPH. This is not cancer.
Can a enlarged prostate cause prostate cancer?
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.
The prostate gland in older men may block the flow of fluid?
It can happen. There is a condotion known as BPH (Benign Prostate Hyperplasia) that can narrow the urethra and restrict urine flow. This can also occur with prostate cancer.
What is the medical term for excision of the prostate glands?
The medical term for excision of the prostate gland is "prostatectomy." This procedure may be done to treat conditions such as prostate cancer, benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), or when there are complications related to the prostate gland.
Literally a disease or condition that affects only males?
andropathy think of internal organs that only men have, such as prostate gland, a woman can't have BPH or cancer since there is no prostate, same apply to testicles.
What is prostate gland enlarged?
In some men, the Prostate Gland may become enlarged. The causes can be due to a cancer, or a benign condition. The benign condition is called Benign Prostate Hyperplasia, or BPH. In the case of cancer, there will be a whole range of treatments available. In the case of BPH, there may be no treatment offered if there are no symptoms present; there are also drugs available as well as other treatments that can be used if there are symptoms. As it is a physiological enlargement, lifestyle, diet changes and use of herbs are of benefits.
What is prostate disease?
Actually there are many prostate diseases and conditions. The most common ones are:- prostatitis (inflammation of prostate) , it can also classified as acute prostatitis, chronic nonbacterial prostatitis, chronic bacterial prostatitis, CPPS- BPH - benign prostate hyperplasia (enlarged prostate)- prostate cancer.Except the acute prostatitis and prostate cancer, those types of prostatitis can be cured by antibiotics or herbal medicine Diuretic and anti-inflammatory pill.
