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Benign enlarged prostate: What are the pros and cons of surgery?
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Surgery is not usually needed for benign enlarged prostate. It may be an option, however, if the enlarged prostate is causing urinary tract infections or bladder stones, or if other treatments are not helping. The transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) is considered to be the standard surgical approach. There are other variations of TURP, as well as laser treatments. Talk to your doctor to find out what treatment is right for you.
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benign enlarged prostate, men's health, transurethral resection of the prostate
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Rated on: 12/14/2014 3:22:53 PM
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