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Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)

In up to half of men in their 40s, the prostate begins to enlarge through a process of cell multiplication called benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The symptoms of BPH can mirror late-stage prostate cancer because the enlarging inner portion of the prostate puts pressure on the urethra, which can potentially cause urinary problems. About 80% of men eventually develop enlarged prostates, but only some experience significant sympt...

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Expert & Community Posts

Prostate Cancer Treatment: Watchful Waiting and Cryotherapy

By Dr. Justin Harmon , Health Expert

...confined disease," or cancer that is only within the prostate and has not spread to other organs... Read more »

How Does Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) Affect Me?

By Jay Motola , Health Expert

The prostate is located immediately beneath the bladder, and surrounds the urethra, the... Read more »

Fiducial Marker Seeds for Prostate Cancer: What They Do and Why They're Used

By Marc Greenstein , Health Expert

...Dear Dr. Greenstein, I was diagnosed with localized prostate cancer and I have chosen to have... Read more »

Do I Need My Entire Prostate Treated?

By Marc Greenstein , Health Expert

...discussing my previous entry about cryoablation for prostate cancer. If you recall, I mediated... Read more »

How Long Do Lupron Injections Work?

By Jay Motola , Health Expert

Dear Dr. Motola, If you have had prostate surgery and need salvage radiation, but elect to take... Read more »

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Health Guide

Acute Prostatitis: An Overview

Acute prostatitis is an infection of the prostate gland in young or middle age men. Just for review, the prostate gland is a chestnut sized glandular organ located in men at the entrance/exit of... Read more »

How to Use This Site

Welcome to Prostate Connections. Weve designed Prostate Connections around three main areas to make it easier for you to navigate: finding the information you need; managing your condition; and ... Read more »

Chronic Prostatitis: An Overview

...vague and poorly understood condition that affects many men, usually in young or middle age. The prostate gland is a chestnut-shaped glandular tissue surrounding the connection of the outlet of... Read more »

PSA Testing and Screening for Prostate Cancer: When to Start

At What Age Should I Start Getting PSA Tests?The age at which one should first have a prostate cancer screening has been debated. The recommendations of the American Cancer Society are for all... Read more »

Octogenarians are Not Too Old for Cancer Surgery

Researchers have found that a radical prostatectomy can be a viable option for select octogenarian patients. The findings, which run counter the conventional practice of generally avoiding surgeries... Read more »

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