Prostate gland enlargement: treatment options grow

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More than 50% of men over age 50 suffer from an enlarged prostate gland, also known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The most common symptom of this condition is frequent urination. Treatment options include medication, surgery, laser therapy, balloon dilation and stents.

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Prostate gland enlargement

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Noncancerous enlargement of the prostate gland is the most common health problem for men over the age of 60. The standard treatment is a surgical procedure called transurethral resection of the prostate. Alternative treatments use stents, lasers and new medications.

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Enlarged prostate gland: Many treatment options

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The many treatments for enlarged prostate gland, or benign prostatic hyperplasia, are examined.

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