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The prostate is a male reproductive gland that produces the fluid that carries sperm during ejaculation. It 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. As the gland grows, it can press on the urethra and cause urination and bladder problems. An enlarged prostate is often called benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or benign prostatic hypertrophy. It is not cancer, and it does not raise your risk for prostate cancer.
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Detailed information on benign prostatic hyperplasia, including symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment
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Detailed information on the most common types of prostate disease, including prostatism, prostatitis, prostatalgia, benign prostatic hyperplasia, impotence (erectile dysfunction), and urinary incontinence
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Detailed information on benign prostatic hyperplasia, including symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment
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Detailed information on benign prostatic hyperplasia, including symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment
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Botulinum toxin (Botox) is deadly when found in contaminated food, but in miniscule doses, it's useful in treating a variety of medical problems, including skin conditions and, possibly, benign prostatic hyperplasia.
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Men who are on medication for BPH (enlarged prostate gland) may want to consider switching to a different class of medication, depending on general health and other medications they may be taking.
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Discussion of various herbal and alternative treatments for enlarged prostate or benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
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Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP)TURP is a type of surgery used to treat a benign enlargement of the prostate, also known asBPH (benign prostatic hyperplasia). This surgical treatment removes prostate tissue to relieve pressure on the...
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Comparing new and older treatment options for benign prostatic hyperplasia, a condition that affects millions of older men.
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Experts discuss which patients need medication for BPH, the various types of medication available, their known side effects, whether or not one medication is more effective, and possible interactions with other medications.
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An examination of new drugs used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia and prostate cancer. Includes a medication comparison chart.
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Experts discuss the various types of surgical treatments available for benign prostatic hyperplasia, the benefits and risks of each type, and when surgery should be considered, if at all.
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Two studies of men with benign prostatic hyperplasia who took NSAIDs found conflicting results: one group were more likely to suffer from acute urinary retention, while another showed a reduced risk of BPH symptoms.
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The best weapon against prostate cancer is catching it early.
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Perspectives conducts a discussion with medical experts about the various types of complementary therapy, such as certain foods, herbs, and supplements, used by men with prostate disease.
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Men can get different kinds of urinary tract infections (UTIs). Knowing which kind of infection you have may help you prevent future UTIs.
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Answer this one: Which is the most common bacterial STD?
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Traumatic injury of the bladder and urethra involves damage caused by an outside force.
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Urinary catheterization is the insertion of a catheter into a patient ' s bladder. The catheter is used as a conduit to drain urine from the bladder into an attached bag or container.
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Intermittent catheterization is the temporary placement of a catheter (tube) to remove urine from the body. This is usually done by placing the catheter through the urethra (the tube that leads from the bladder to the outside opening) to empty the bladder.
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Urinary catheterization is the insertion of a catheter through the urethra into the urinary bladder for withdrawal of urine. Straight catheters are used for intermittent withdrawals; indwelling (Foley) catheters are inserted and retained in the bladder for continuous drainage of urine into a closed system.
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Urinary catheterization is the procedure of inserting a catheter through the urethra into the bladder to remove urine. Intermittent catheterization is performed for periodic relief of bladder distension; indwelling (Foley) catheters are inserted and retained in the bladder for continuous drainage of urine into a closed system.
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Self-catheterization helps you empty your bladder if it doesn’t empty by itself. It also helps if your bladder doesn’t empty all the way.
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Self-Catheterization for MenThis is what you’ll need:Soap and warm water, or a moist toweletteClean catheterWater-soluble lubricating jelly (notpetroleum jelly)Toilet or basinSelf-catheterization helps you empty your bladder if it doesn’t empty by...
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Urinary catheterization is the insertion of a catheter through the urethra into the urinary bladder for withdrawal of urine. Straight catheters are used for intermittent withdrawals, while indwelling (Foley) catheters are inserted and retained in the bladder for continuous drainage of urine into a closed system.
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Urinary catheterization is the insertion of a catheter through the urethra into the urinary bladder for withdrawal of urine. Straight catheters are used for intermittent withdrawals, while indwelling (Foley) catheters are inserted and retained in the bladder for continuous drainage of urine into a closed system.
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