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Enlarged prostate gland advice Enlarged prostate gland often known as benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH) is common as a person ages. Cells in the prostrate gland multiply gradually putting pressure on the urethra which ultimately leads to narrowing of the urethra. This puts extra pressure on the bladder to force the urine in the urethra.
Over a period of time the muscle in the bladder becomes thicker, stronger and more sensitive. It begins to contract even if there is little amount of urine in the bladder and ultimately the muscles in the bladder cannot cope up with the narrowed urethra and thus a small amount of urine always remains in the bladder. Due to this the common signs and symptoms of an enlarged prostate include frequent urge to empty the bladder, feeling of incomplete bladder empting, urgency to urinate, frequent calls at night along with strain to urinate.
It is important to visit a specialist (urologist) for immediate medical assistant as soon as these symptoms or any changes in the normal pattern of urinary system are noted. Treatment methods include medications, minimally invasive office procedure and surgery. The best treatment option would depend largely on the severity of your condition. Besides cut down on caffeine, alcohol, spicy foods, and stress as far as possible.
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