Benign prostatic hypertrophy

A non-cancerous nodular enlargement of the prostate gland. It is characterized by the presence of epithelial cell nodules, and stromal nodules containing fibrous and smooth muscle elements. It is the most common urologic disorder in men, causing blockage of urine flow.

Disease Alternative Name

benign hyperplasia of the prostate

benign prostatic hyperplasia

benign prostatic hyperplasia - bph

bph

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prostatic hyperplasia

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Dr. Priyank Jha

General Practice

A 70 y/o/m came with a c/o episode of dizziness

A 70 y/o/m came with a c/o episode of dizziness (15-20 mins) for 3 months. No history of chest pain. He has had gout, t...See More

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Dr. Arun Bali

General Practice

Episode of unconsciousness

Chief Complaint A 71 y/o male presented with unconsciousness. He is having episodes of dizziness for the past 3-4 months. Last month he has 2 episodes of unconsciousness and recovered in about 10 minutes. History He has h/o diabet...See More

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Dr. Anuja Mishra

Palliative Medicine

A 60 year old male with history of benign prostatic hypertrophy presents complaining of nausea and vomiting.Laboratory value includes serum Na of 145 mmol/L, BUN of 45 mg/ dl,creatinine of 2mg/ dl, urine Na of 10 and urine creatinine of 80...See More

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Dr. Sandip Debashis Mishra

Endocrinology

Increased BUN & Creatinine suggesting nephropathy May be due to retention of urine caused by BPH What is the BP & DM status? What is the size of Prostate / Grade? What is the amount of PVRU? Tamsulosin + Dutasteride/Fenasteride can be ...