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About 10% of all men eventually will require treatment for an enlarged prostate

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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.


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.


What prevents enlarged prostate?

Whether or not enlarged prostate is caused by hormonal changes in aging men, there is no known way of preventing it


Can enlarged prostate cause very low testosterone?

The enlarged prostate wouldnt regulate the testosterone production in either direction.


What causes a mildly enlarged and mildly heterogeneous prostate?

cancer prostate


What is the effect of an enlarged prostate on incontinence?

In men, an enlarged prostate gland can obstruct the bladder, causing overflow incontinence.


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 safe antihistamine for enlarged prostate?

cetirizine


Is their a connection between diabetes and enlarged prostate?

No.


Can Flonase effect an enlarged prostate?

na


Common condition in men over 50?

Enlarged prostate gland. Arthritis. Gray hair. Short sightedness. Obesity.


Can a enlarged prostate cause difficulty using the bathroom?

Yes, an enlarged prostate can cause difficulty using the bathroom. The prostate gland surrounds the urethra, the tube that carries urine from the bladder out of the body. When the prostate becomes enlarged, it can squeeze the urethra, leading to symptoms such as difficulty starting or stopping urination, weak urine stream, frequent urination, or the feeling of not being able to completely empty the bladder. This condition, known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), is common in older men and can be managed with medications or procedures to relieve symptoms.