Dealing with an enlarged prostate, also known as Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), can be uncomfortable and even distressing. But you don’t have to face it alone or in silence. Many men experience BPH as they age, and while the symptoms can be bothersome, there are effective ways to manage them and regain your comfort and quality of life. What is…
Enlarged ProstateDefinitionThe prostate is a gland that produces some of the fluid that carries sperm during ejaculation. The prostate gland 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. An enlarged prostate is often called benign…
Complications of benign prostate enlargement Benign prostate enlargement can sometimes lead to complications, such as a urinary tract infection or acute urinary retention. Urinary tract infections If you’re unable to empty your bladder properly, there’s a risk that bacteria in your urinary system won’t get flushed out and will spread through the urine to cause a urinary tract infection (UTI).…
