However, significant numbers of patients with benign prostate biopsies presented with PSA above 12 ng/ml (82/260 = 32%). [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Keywords: Prostatic diseases, presenting symptoms, histology, prostatectomy, tumor extent and Gleason’s sum [ajol.info]

• Recurrent Inflammation

  In addition, bacterial and viral infection may lead to chronic and recurrent inflammation of the prostate. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

• Dysgeusia

  An association between dysgeusia and dysuria has not been described before. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

• Enlargement of the Prostate

  Non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate (BPH) Non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate, or benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), is more common as men get older. It is not life threatening, but can significantly affect your quality of life. [betterhealth.vic.gov.au]

  This disease may affect men of any age and can occur in any prostate whether small or enlarged. Symptoms of prostatitis are similar to those caused by an enlarged prostate and include urge frequency with difficulty in emptying the bladder. [med.virginia.edu]

  Called also prostate gland. adj., adj prostat´ic. Disorders of the Prostate. Enlargement of the prostate ( benign prostatic hypertrophy ) is a common complaint in men over 50 years of age. [medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com]

  On this page: Benign prostatic hyperplasia is a very common condition affecting men over 50 years old as a result of enlargement of the prostate gland. Up to 75% of men over 70 have urinary symptoms as a result of prostate enlargement. [stgeorges.nhs.uk]

  Benign prostatic hyperplasia or hypertrophy (BPH) is a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland; it is the most common type of prostate disease in men. [urologist-perth.com.au]

• Urinary Retention

  Patients almost always present with urinary retention. Fifteen prostatectomies performed at Alotau Hospital are reviewed. Surgical techniques and associated problems are discussed. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

  Some men with an enlarged prostate need surgery to relieve urinary retention. Urinary tract infections (UTIs). Inability to fully empty the bladder can increase the risk of infection in your urinary tract. [mayoclinic.org]

  They often presented with lower urinary tract symptoms (45.5%) and urinary retention (41.5%), although a significant proportion of cases were missing clinical information (10.1%). [ajol.info]

  Some patients present with sudden, complete urinary retention, with marked abdominal discomfort and bladder distention. [merckmanuals.com]

  Significant urinary retention and backing up of urine to the kidneys is particularly dangerous and can lead to uremia (toxic levels of urea in the blood). In addition, the risk of cancer increases with age. The St. [oncotherm.com]

• Nocturia

  Symptoms and Signs Symptoms of BPH include a constellation of symptoms that are often progressive, known collectively as lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS): Urinary frequency Urgency Nocturia Hesitancy Intermittency Frequency, urgency, and nocturia are [merckmanuals.com]

  Symptoms are those of bladder outlet obstruction—weak stream, hesitancy, urinary frequency, urgency, nocturia, incomplete emptying, terminal dribbling, overflow or urge incontinence, and complete urinary retention. [msdmanuals.com]

  […] have finished urinating (chronic) or you are unable to pass urine at all (acute) Irritative symptoms Frequency – the need to urinate a short time after you have been Urgency – the need to urinate immediately, a sensation that you may leak if you delay Nocturia [urologist-perth.com.au]

  Benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH) – swelling of the prostate gland which surrounds the base of the male bladder and urethra causing difficulty urinating, dribbling, and nocturia (remember that word? See urinary system). The bane of old men! [dmu.edu]

  Common signs and symptoms of BPH include: Frequent or urgent need to urinate Increased frequency of urination at night (nocturia) Difficulty starting urination Weak urine stream or a stream that stops and starts Dribbling at the end of urination Inability [mayoclinic.org]

• Hematuria

  Urine analysis showed microscopic hematuria with plenty of pus cells but culture did not suggest any growth. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

  Blood in the urine ( hematuria) can be a sign that there is prostate cancer, in particular with other signs of prostatic -prekanceroza, which requires immediate examination by a specialist or a doctor. [altera.si]

  Although this complication has become much less common, chronic BOO secondary to BPH may lead to urinary retention, renal insufficiency, recurrent urinary tract infections, gross hematuria, and bladder calculi. [emedicine.medscape.com]

  Hematuria Complications 1. Urinary tract infections 2. Urinary stones 3. Blood in the urine 4. HydronephrosisL 5. Urinary retention Investigations/Examination 1. Digital rectal Examination 2. Urine analysis 3. Ultrasound : Kidney, Ureter, Bladder 4. [nhp.org.in]

  Straining to void can cause congestion of superficial veins of the prostatic urethra and trigone, which may rupture and cause hematuria. [merckmanuals.com]

• Urinary Incontinence

  Treatment can cause side-effects including loss of sexual desire, erectile dysfunction and urinary incontinence. The outlook for prostate cancer that has not spread is generally good. And in many cases it won't affect your natural lifespan. [nhs.uk]

  However, it is still a risk, as well as a risk of urinary incontinence. And even if you are not impotent, your orgasms will be dry - seminal fluid is produced by the prostate. [medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com]

  Tract Infection Urinary Incontinence - Male Treatments & Services We Provide Adult Circumcision Cystoscopy Endoscopy ESWL (Extra Corporeal Shock Wave Lithostripsy) Green Light Laser Surgery Trans Rectal Ultrasound Urodynamics Uroflowmetry Urologic reconstruction [siloamhospitals.com]

  incontinence fecal incontinence Treatment Treatment is different for early and advanced prostate cancers. [medicalnewstoday.com]

  incontinence (the inability to urinate ) Painful ejaculation Common prostate problems in men include: Benign prostatic hyperplasia ( BPH ) Acute and chronic bacterial prostatitis Chronic prostatitis (non-bacterial). [medicinenet.com]

Diagnostic Criteria Whether volunteered by the patient or elicited by the primary care provider, voiding symptoms usually initiate the workup for BPH. [aneskey.com]

In addition, peak urinary flow, voided volume, and symptoms may worsen over time in men with untreated BPH (see Workup ). The risk of AUR and the need for corrective surgery increases with age. [emedicine.medscape.com]

Prostate cancer A sudden onset of erectile dysfunction may be a sign that a man has prostate cancer, so your doctor will likely order a prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test and do a digital rectal exam during the diagnostic workup to assess this possibility [harvardprostateknowledge.org]

Human prostatic cancer cell lines LNCaP and DU 145 were studied to examine the effects of heat shock treatment (HST), androgen (5 alpha-dihydrotestosterone: 5 alpha DHT) and antiandrogen (hydroxyflutamide: OH-Flut) on cell growth and survival. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Alternative healing treatment of prostate cancer, prostatitis to eliminate the cause of -geo radiation. [altera.si]

Urine tests – to assess for infection Urinary tract Ultrasound Flexible cystoscopy Flow rate studies and Bladder scans to assess emptying Urodynamics Treatments provided by our practice There are a variety of treatment options for the treatment of BPH [urologist-perth.com.au]

Abstract Investigation of biological variables in prostatic disease may not only prevent patients with a good prognosis being overtreated, but allow better selection of appropriate therapy, and may identify potential targets for novel therapies. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Professional Contact a health care professional if you develop: Difficulty with urination Pain in the groin, testicles or back Pain during sexual intercourse An adverse reaction to an antibiotic or other medication given to treat your prostate infection Prognosis [drugs.com]

Prognosis The most important and established indicators of prognosis for prostate carcinoma include the Gleason grade, the extent of tumor volume, and the presence of capsular penetration or margin positivity at the time of prostatectomy. [emedicine.medscape.com]

OBJECTIVES: The etiology of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is unknown. Evidence for a hereditary trait would provide new avenues for investigation. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

The etiology is unknown but probably involves hormonal changes associated with aging. Resources In This Article [msdmanuals.com]

Etiology, epidemiology, and natural history of benign prostatic hyperplasia. Urol. Clin. North. Am, 36(4), 2009: 403 – 415 8. Thomas, Clayton L., Editor (1997). Taber’s Cyclopedic Medical Dictionary. F.A. [labtestsonline.cz]

The etiology is unknown but probably involves hormonal changes associated with aging. [merckmanuals.com]

Abstract An increasing number of preclinical data, epidemiological evidences and clinical trials point to a potential role of natural compounds like herbal extracts, carotenoids and specific metals in the prevention and/or treatment of different prostate [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Zaridze DG, Boyle P: Cancer of the prostate: Epidemiology and aetiology. Br J Urol 1987;59:493–503. Skeet RG: Epidemiology of urological tumours; in Williams DI, Chisholm GD (eds); Scientific Foundations of Urology, vol II. [karger.com]

Rich, “On the Frequency of Occurrence of Occult Carcinoma of the Prostate,” International Journal of Epidemiology, Vol. 36, No. 2, 2007, pp. 274-277. doi:10.1093/ije/dym050 [ 19 ] F. F. Angwafo III, A. Zaher, R. Befidi-Mengue, A. Wonkam, I. [scirp.org]

The evaluation is usually based on epidemiological studies showing the development of cancer in exposed humans. [who.int]

ANATOMY, PHYSIOLOGY, AND PATHOPHYSIOLOGY The base of the prostate lies superiorly against the bladder; the apex lies below, against the urogenital diaphragm. [aneskey.com]

BPH involves the stromal and epithelial elements of the prostate arising in the periurethral and transition zones of the gland (see Pathophysiology ). [emedicine.medscape.com]

Pathophysiology [ edit ] Benign prostate hyperplasia As men age, the enzymes aromatase and 5-alpha reductase increase in activity. [en.wikipedia.org]

The Prostate Cancer Prevention Trial has clearly stated the chemopreventive properties of finasteride for prostate cancer but the necessity to provide such preventive therapy to a specific group of men with a higher risk to develop a clinically significant [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

However, early treatment of prostate conditions is extremely important in order to prevent painful and risky surgery or even cancer. Too few men take advantage of prostate cancer screening. [oncotherm.com]

Kidney Diseases Precautions for Healthy Person Precautions for Kidney Patients Prevention of Acute Kidney Failure Prevention of Polycystic Kidney Disease Precautions for Single Kidney Patients Prevention of Kidney Stone Disease Prevention of Urinary [kidneyeducation.com]