Hyperplasia is a general medical term referring to an abnormal increase in cells. Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is noncancerous cell growth of the prostate gland. It is the most common noncancerous form of cell growth in men and usually begins with microscopic nodules in younger men. BPH is not a precancerous condition and does not lead to prostate cancer.
We have heard so much lately about prostate cancer that perhaps it is time to turn back to the basics, and look at BPH (benign prostatic... Read more »
Benign prostatic hyperplasia, or BPH, is a common phenomenon among older men. It basically is the non-cancerous enlargement of the... Read more »
Men definitely want to have their BPH (benign prostatic hypertrophy) treated so they avoid unpleasant side effects and complications from... Read more »
Studies of the drug phenoxybenzamine, a non-specific alpha blocker, led to a better understanding of the control of the smooth muscle tone... Read more »
The prostate is located immediately beneath the bladder, and surrounds the urethra, the structure that brings the urine from the bladder to... Read more »
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Alternative NamesResources - benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH); Prostate enlargementInformationThe following organization provides information on... Read more »
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The prostate is a male gland that secretes the fluid (a part of the semen) which carries sperm from the testicles during ejaculation.The prostate is... Read more »
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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 »
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Because BPH rarely causes serious complications, men usually have a choice between treating it or opting for watchful waiting:Watchful Waiting.... Read more »