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Enlargement of the prostate gland will happen in all men once they reach a certain age. The truth is, all men will suffer the symptoms of benign prostate enlargement but luckily, only a small percentage of those prostate enlargement cases eventually become cancerous. Prostate Enlargement Articles
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 Rectal Exams
Our author undergoes a rectal exam and comes up with some interesting findings.
Prostate Massage
It seems that gentle massage of the prostate by a urologist may be beneficial by helping to drain painfully sequestered secretions in a chronically inflamed prostate gland or seminal vesicles.
Botox Helps BPH
Injections of botulinum toxin A (botox) into the prostate are a promising alternative treatment for the millions of men who have benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), a condition commonly referred to as enlarged prostate, according to a study conducted by the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and Chang Gung Memorial Hospital in Taiwan. Prevting Prostate Enlargement
Although a few studies have been done in this area, it is still uncertain why some men get BPH and not others, or what might prevent the condition. The only established risk factors for BPH are age and family history. Hormones are believed, however, to promote prostate cell growth.
Enlarged Prostate Treatment
Generally, patients with enlarged prostates don't need treatment unless the symptoms become bothersome or the condition causes complications. In watchful waiting, the patient receives regular follow-ups to detect changes in symptoms that may indicate the need for medical intervention.
Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer is an endemic problem in the western world. About 10% of men will get prostate cancer and approximately 4% die as a result. Additional Prostate Enlargement Articles Prostate Enlargement Home : BPH 1
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