Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia

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Also known as: BPH; Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy

Treatment
In many cases, treatment for BPH is not necessary unless symptoms become severe or begin to cause secondary complications, such as infections and kidney stones. Treatment options for BPH include surgery and medications to reduce the amount of tissue and increase the flow of urine.

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