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Enlarged Prostate Medication
- Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
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When To Call A Professional
Call your doctor if you have bothersome symptoms or if you notice blood in your urine. If your urine flow stops completely, seek immediate care. You also should seek medical care if you experience symptoms of a urinary tract infection.
Prognosis
Medical and surgical treatments both are likely to relieve symptoms. Surgery is slightly more successful in relieving symptoms, but the risk of complications is greater.
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