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Can long term constipation cause bph enlarged prostate. my second question is i was doing heavy lifting of rocks for at least 3 months weighing up to 125 lbs. of cause some i lifted with a hand truck. could heavy lifting cause bph?
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No, both noted conditions are not risk factor for developing BPH (benign prostatic hypertrophy).
Answered 10/11/2022
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Constipation and heavy lifting do not cause enlarged prostate. Enlarged prostate uccurs due to certain hormone changes after middle-age and not at your age. Relax you will be fine
Answered 10/12/2022
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