Prostate Enlargement (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
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Prostate enlargement, known as benign prostatic hyperplasia, is the non-cancerous increase in size of the prostate, a gland that surrounds the urethra. It is a common change as men age.
Common symptoms: the need to urinate more frequently, a weak stream, difficulty starting urination, and a feeling of incomplete emptying.
When is it advisable to get checked? In the face of changes in the way you urinate that are bothersome or that worsen over time.
Which specialist treats it? The urologist is the one who evaluates the prostate and urinary discomfort and guides follow-up according to each case. Discussing these symptoms with a professional helps distinguish their cause and care for urinary health.
Data on 260 doctors who treat prostate enlargement (benign prostatic hyperplasia)
Which specialist treats prostate enlargement (benign prostatic hyperplasia)?
Prostate enlargement (benign prostatic hyperplasia) should be evaluated by a Urologist, a specialist in the urinary and male reproductive systems. See this specialist if you have difficulty urinating or a frequent need to urinate. You can book an appointment for an evaluation.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in prostate enlargement (benign prostatic hyperplasia)
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Víctor Molgado
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Brenda Rodríguez Bustos
Dr. Gabriela Berenice Vazquez De la Peña
Dr. Edson David Rodríguez Valle
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Pamela Avila Lamadrid
Dr. Jesus Serrano Jaimes
Dr. Sandra Briseida Hernández León
Dr. Flor Corona
Dr. Eugenio Gutiérrez-Rojas
Dr. Bernardo Velazquez Pallares
Frequently asked questions
What is prostate enlargement (benign prostatic hyperplasia)?
Prostate enlargement, known as benign prostatic hyperplasia, is the non-cancerous increase in size of the prostate, a gland that surrounds the urethra. It is a common change as men age.
Which doctor treats prostate enlargement (benign prostatic hyperplasia)?
Prostate enlargement (benign prostatic hyperplasia) should be evaluated by a Urologist, a specialist in the urinary and male reproductive systems. See this specialist if you have difficulty urinating or a frequent need to urinate. You can book an appointment for an evaluation.