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Moderate severity · General Physician

Enlarged Prostate

BPH · Urinary trouble in older men

A non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate that squeezes the urine tube, making it hard to empty the bladder. Very common with age.

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At a glance
Prevalence
Most men over 60
Typical age
50+ years
Outlook
Very treatable
System
Hormones
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What causes it

Causes

  • Age-related hormonal changes
  • Family history
  • Obesity and inactivity
  • Diabetes
  • High intake of red meat
How it feels

Symptoms & effects

  • Weak or interrupted urine stream
  • Frequent urination, especially at night
  • Difficulty starting urination
  • Feeling of incomplete emptying
  • Sudden urges to urinate
How it’s treated

Treatment & cure

  • Lifestyle and fluid timing changes
  • Alpha-blocker medicines
  • 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors
  • Minimally invasive procedures
  • TURP surgery for severe cases
Staying ahead

Prevention

  • Get a prostate check after 50
  • Limit fluids before bedtime
  • Stay active and manage weight
  • Treat symptoms early

Do’s

  • Get evaluated for urinary symptoms
  • Empty the bladder fully and unhurried
  • Limit caffeine and evening fluids
  • Take prescribed medicines regularly

Don’ts

  • Ignore inability to pass urine
  • Hold urine for very long
  • Assume it is always cancer or never serious
  • Self-treat with random supplements
See a doctor immediately if

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Dr. kachhela nirav

Homeopathy · 19 yrs

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Dr. Hiren Ghevariya

Homeopathy · 17 yrs

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Dr. Krushang Gujarati

Homeopathy · 11 yrs

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Dr. Chirag Patel

Homeopathy · 11 yrs

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Janani homeopathy · 504
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Disclaimer · This article is educational and reviewed by clinicians, but it cannot replace an in-person assessment. Medication doses, prevention advice and treatment choices vary by person. Always confirm with a doctor before acting on anything here.