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Prostate problems

Swelling, enlargement and cancer are the most common problems that affect the prostate. Learn about important symptoms and treatment options here.

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Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP)

A transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) is an operation used to treat prostate enlargement. Find out about the procedure and what to expect.

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Benign prostate hypertrophy

Benign prostatic hypertrophy is an enlargement of the prostate gland in males that commonly occurs as you get older. It is not cancerous.

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Prostate specific antigen (PSA) test

A prostate specific antigen (PSA) blood test can be used to test for prostate cancer. It can also be used to monitor prostate cancer

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Bladder-neck incision

Prostate trouble is common. If your medication does not help or symptoms are severe, a bladder-neck incision should relieve your symptoms.

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Male reproductive system

The male reproductive system includes external genitals and internal parts including the prostate gland. Learn how it works and what can go wrong.

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Blood in semen

Blood in your semen (haematospermia) can be alarming, but it is usually not serious. It will pass within a few days. Find out about blood in semen.

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The role of a urologist

Urologists are surgeons who specialise in treating problems of the kidneys, bladder, urethra and adrenal glands in men, women and children.

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Prostate cancer

Prostate cancer is the most common form of cancer in males, but most are slow-growing. Find out more about screening, diagnosis and treatment.

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Laparoscopic radical prostatectomy

Radical prostatectomy gives the best chance of you being free of localised prostate cancer. The operation involves removing your prostate gland. It usually involves removing some or most of the lymph nodes in your pelvic region, which helps your surgeon to decide on any further treatment.

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