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A 33-year-old male asked:

Can an enlarged prostate cause incontinence and leaking of urine?

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Dr. Hiep Leanswered

Nephrology and Dialysis 44 years experience

No, those are not likely the symptoms of enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hypertrophy).

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Answered May 18, 2022

Dr. Birendra Tandananswered

Urology 36 years experience

Yes in some cases it can. Best to see a Urologist rightaway.

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Answered May 19, 2022

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