BENIGN PROSTATIC HYPERTROPHY
, or HYPERPLASIA (BPH) The benign
buildup in the prostate of "warts" or epithelial neoplasias that can block or interrupt
urination, and which are usually concurrent with moderate prostate enlargement. They
cause a dull ache on urination, ejaculation, and/or defecation. The diagnosis is medical,
since the same subjective conditions can result from cancer of the prostate. BPH is
common in men over fifty and can be the result either of diminished production of
complete testosterone or poor pelvic circulation. Alcohol, coffee, speed, and
antihistamines can all aggravate the problem.