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Feature: Enlarged prostate

Many men over 50 know the problem: a frequent urge to urinate, having to go to the toilet several times a night, but never really feeling relieved. These problems are usually caused by an enlarged prostate, also known as "benign prostatic hyperplasia". In our feature you can find out about the treatment options and what men can do themselves to manage with the symptoms.

Research summaries

Benign prostatic hyperplasia: How do newer procedures compare with standard surgery?

Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP), a standard surgical procedure for the treatment of benign enlarged prostates, has the best proven effect in relieving the associated symptoms. However, some other procedures might work just as well and cause fewer adverse effects. more...