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What does it mean to have an enlarged prostate?
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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 prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
What causes the prostate gland to swell?
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The medical name for this condition is benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). "Hyperplasia" means tissue growth. Many men have an enlarged prostate and don't know it, but sometimes the swelling causes problems. Because the prostate wraps around the urethra, as it grows, it can close like a fist, squeezing the urethra.
What is the cause of enlarged prostate?
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It can be dangerous because urine trapped in the bladder can cause urinary tract infections (UTIs) and damage your kidneys BPH is a common condition in men over the age of 50.