In rare occasions, an enlarged prostate can crowd nearby structures. This can obstructing the bowel, affect bowel movements, and cause constipation. The prostate gland is part of the male reproductive ...

Inflating a drug-coated balloon in the prostate is the latest approach to treating a common cause of frequent or difficult urination in older men. More recently, researchers have developed various ...

Prostate health is something every man should be aware of yet few people want to discuss. An enlarged prostate – called benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) – can lead to the need for surgery, which ...

The incontinence guideline update reflects new data and discusses the complexities of incontinence after prostate treatments, especially risks associated with artificial urinary sphincters. The ...

Using a high-pressure water jet to operate on an enlarged prostate can better preserve the ability to ejaculate, compared with standard laser surgery, finds research. The technique has similar ...

Overactive bladder causes urgency and frequency due to involuntary bladder muscle contractions Benign prostatic hyperplasia enlarges the prostate, obstructing urine flow in aging men Both conditions ...

Sumitomo Pharma's Gemtesa (vibegron) has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for men with overactive bladder (OAB) symptoms receiving pharmacologic therapy for benign prostatic ...