Dr. Robert Nadler answers the question: 'What Is Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia?' March 16, 2009 -- Question: What is benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), and how is BPH treated? Answer: BHP, or benign ...

The holmium laser prostate (HoLEP) surgery is a minimally invasive procedure that treats a condition known as benign prostatic hyperplasia. Although it’s usually considered safe for most people, it ...

Credit: Getty Images Understanding the differences in these 2 conditions can help you and your doctor choose the best treatment and manage your condition effectively. Our easy-to-read fact sheets ...

The announcement that King Charles III was admitted to a private hospital Friday to undergo a procedure for an enlarged prostate has sparked interest in what is an extremely common condition among ...

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and overactive bladder (OAB) syndrome are distinct health conditions but may cause similar symptoms, such as urgent or frequent urination. BPH is the noncancerous ...

Movember is back. Throughout the month of November, men are skipping their razors in favour of sporting a moustache to help raise money and awareness for men's health issues like mental health and ...

Hormonal changes in a man's aging body can cause the prostate to grow—resulting in urinary problems since the gland is wrapped around the urethra, as seen in this image taken from Asklepios Atlas of ...

A prostate biopsy checks for prostate cancer by extracting tissue samples. A transperineal biopsy has a lower infection risk than a transrectal biopsy. Biopsy results are usually ready within about ...

Prostate cancers are given a score called a Gleason score that measures, on a scale of 1 to 10, how the cancerous cells look ...