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Causes of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia

The causes of benign prostatic hyperplasia are not fully known. Several theories have been proposed to explain benign cell growth in older men.

Hormonal Changes

Male Hormones. Androgens (male hormones) most likely play a role in prostate growth. The most important androgen is testosterone, which is produced throughout a man's lifetime. The prostate converts testosterone to a more powerful androgen, dihydrotestosterone (DHT). DHT stimulates cell growth in the t...

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What Causes Inflammatory Bowel Disease?

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Q and A: Acid Reflux and Your Lungs

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What effect does acid reflux have on the lungs? Acid reflux can cause pulmonary... Read more »

Can Enlarged Prostate Occur in a Young Man?

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Migraine Issues: Take Action: Management of migraine

Although a cure for migraine headache does not yet exist, headache pain can be managed with lifestyle modifications and medication. Specifically: Keep a diary to record headache patternsAvoid... Read more »

How does diabetes impact lifestyle?"

There is no doubt that diabetes has an impact on the lifestyle of the patient. Diabetes is one of the leading causes of death and disability in the U.S. Diabetes is associated with long-term... Read more »

Causes of Cardiac Enlargement

What is cardiac enlargement? Cardiac enlargement refers to an increase in the size of the heart. There are two types of cardiac enlargement: hypertrophy and dilation. (Though usually occurring... Read more »

Resources & Sources"

Brey, RL. Long-term obesity is linked to loss of brain tissue. Neurology. 2004;63:E19-E20 Cummings, JL and Tomoko, TV. Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. In: Goldman, LG: Cecil Textbook... Read more »

Stroke Patient Guide, Part I: Signs and Symptoms

At 3 a.m. the phone rings – it's the hospital calling to say that your brother has had a stroke. "Come quickly, it's serious". How can that be, you ask? Your brother is only 40 years old.... Read more »

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Inflammatory Bowel Disease

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