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Does An Enlarged Prostate Cause Problems With Ejaculation?
The prostate is a male reproductive gland that produces the fluid that carries sperm during ejaculation. It surrounds the urethra, the tube through which urine passes out of the body.
An enlarged prostate means the gland has grown bigger. Prostate enlargement happens to almost all men as they get older. As the gland grows, it can press on the urethra and cause urination and bladder problems.
An enlarged prostate is often called benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or benign...
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Enlarged Prostate and Incontinence
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Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
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Prevention Although you cannot prevent the prostate from enlarging, you can take measures to reduce your symptoms: Limit your intake of... Read more »
Risk Factors for Enlarged Prostate
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
A doctor makes a diagnosis of BPH based on description of symptoms, medical history, physical examination, and various blood and urine tests. The... Read more »
Enlarged Prostate Treatment
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
The two primary drug classes used for BPH are:Alpha-blockers. These drugs relax smooth muscles, especially in the bladder neck and prostate. They... Read more »
Lifestyle Changes for Enlarged Prostate
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SurgerySeveral surgical approaches are used to treat BPH. Reasons for performing prostate surgery include:Persistent or recurrent episodes of urinary... Read more »
7 Ways an Enlarged Prostate Can Affect Urination
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