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Enlarged Prostate Symptoms

Just ask most any guy over 50. Symptoms of prostate problems
range from inconvenient to downright annoying.

Two year ago Carl Denton didn't even give his prostate a second thought.

Now his enlarged prostate symptoms were on his mind constantly. So much so that he passed up a chance to go camping with his grandsons because he just didn't want to struggle with the sleeping bag three or four times each night.

Even though most men charge into their 50s, and 60s even, expecting to remain active and want to be healthy, enlarged prostate symptoms can slow them down.

And there's no doubt that an enlarged prostate gland can affect your lifestyle. Just as they have for Carl. Mostly commonly the problems involve urination. Such as …

• Increased trips to the bathroom
• Urgency even after just visiting the bathroom
• Inability to go once you get there even if your bladder is full
• Straining to urinate and to keep a weak stream going

Not to forget the problem Carl mentioned, frequent urination at night.

These are symptoms of BHP the most common prostate problem. Bottom line prostate size and symptoms increase with age. A swollen prostate presses against the bladder causing the urinary symptoms.

Now some swear by saw palmetto extract. . One study reported that taking 160mg twice a day reduced night-time bathroom trips by nearly 75%. You can find saw palmetto at most health food stores.

Others do well with muscle relaxation therapy.

Plus there are prescription drugs which can help. In fact most cases are treated with drugs. Just remember that with drugs there might be unwanted side affects.