The prostate gland produces the liquid in which sperm are expelled from the penis during ejaculation. As the prostate enlarges, common to most men as they age, it can press on the urethra (the tube that empties urine from the bladder to the outside) causing problems with urination.
Prostate growth is not always a sign of cancer. Many men experience non-cancerous growth of the prostate, which can block urinary flow. This non-cancerous growth does not increase the risk for prostate cancer, but is usually the cause of urinary problems.
Symptoms Of Prostate Problems General information, causes, risk factors, symptoms and treatment options from the Adam Health Encyclopedia.
Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy (BPH) Benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH) is a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland, commonly found in men over the age of 50.
Prostate Cancer Risks and Warning Signs Most prostatic cancers are initially detected through an elevated prostate specific antigen (PSA) test and a digital rectal exam (DRE) ...
About The Vattikuti Urologic Institute At the Vattikuti Urology Institute, patients have access to the nation's most innovative technology and surgical techniques. Several clinics and programs are renown for their dedication and success in treating specific urologic disorders ...
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Some of the world's first and most progressive procedures to treat prostate cancer are performed at the Vattikuti Urology Institute. It is a comprehensive clinical, research and teaching institute that consistently ranks among the nation's best in urology. (More ..)
