Question 1

what to do for am enlarged prostate? i've had a negative u/a, renal doppler, and cystoscope. what else can i do?

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Talk with doctors...: It's not common for one at 21 having enlarged prostate to cause voiding symptoms, instead, usually related with the spam and poor relaxation of pelvic floor muscle with or without UTI  or plus infection or inflammation of the prostate. For care, a reasonable solution could be achieved through a good history, adequate physical exam, ua, and others,  so, go to see experts timely...

Best wishes...

Question 2

can an enlarged prostate cause e.d?

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Unlikely : In general, prostatic enlargement is unrelated to erectile dysfunction.  The only connection is that the incidence of both increase with age.

Question 3

what causes enlarged prostate?

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DHT: Testosterone is converted to an active form Dihydrotestosterone  in the prostate tissue by an enzyme , 5 alpha reductase.  It is postulated this process leads to or causes prostate hypertrophy.

Question 4

how do i shrink my enlarged prostate?

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Medication.: The volume of an enlarge prostate can be reduced with medications called 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors, such as Finasteride and dutasteride. It may take a quite a long time, but the size of the prostate will decrease with treatment, as will episodes of urine obstruction. Although these medications are effective, patients that fail to improve with these medications may need a procedure.

Question 5

what are signs of an enlarged prostate?

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Digital rectal exam: Will detect enlarged prostate as well ultrasound. Symtoms R slow &amp; weak urinary stream, urinary retention, frequent urination by day &amp; night, incomplete bladder emptying. Enlargement can be confirmed cystoscopically.

Question 6

what are the tests for enlarged prostate?

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Here are some...: Over time, the test for enlarged prostate has evolved &amp; changed, evolving to be more accurate. Traditionally, it is by men's voiding symptoms, but proved to highly inaccurate &amp; not linearly correlated. Then, by digital rectal exam(DRE), it is very examiner subjective - at best a rough estimate, but later refined &amp; described by finger breath(FB),..; over the past 3 decades, by transrectal US - good

Question 7

waht can be use to treat enlarged prostate?

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Depends on cause: Enlarged prostate due to infection is usually treated with antibiotics. If its due to benign prostatic hypertrophy, then medication such as flomax, (tamsulosin) or even surgery are used. If cancer is the reason for enlargement, surgery or radiation treatment are typically used. A urologist is the one to diagnose and treat these disorders. Hope this helps!

Question 8

what are the effects of a enlarged prostate?

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Varies widely.: An enlarged prostate (BPH) may have no 'effects' or symptoms. Usually, BPH presents with urinary complaints: hesitancy, weak stream, increased urinary frequency & voiding at night, and sensation of incomplete voiding. With greater obstruction, there can be urine infections and incontinence.  If you are experiencing these symptoms, see a urologist.

Question 9

what are the options for. enlarged prostate?

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BPH Options: Alpha-blockers are pills to relax the muscles around the prostate, quickly increasing flow and reducing bother.  5-α reductase pills will shrink the gland, but these work slowly.  Several surgical options can remove the blockage, either with heat to shrink it or lasers/electricity to core it out or vaporize it.
Discuss your symptoms and bother with your doctor.  Most patients try meds first.

Question 10

can my enlarged prostate feel good in a way?

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Not good, but you : Usually dont feel a thing for many years.

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