Benign prostatic hyperplasia affects the prostate gland and makes it dificult for elderly men to pass urine. It is very common. Research is continuing to understand the causes of BPH and to develop medicines to help relieve this distressing condition.
Disease: Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Last update: July 2009
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FAQ: What does the future hold?
Clinical trials are underway which use combinations of the available medicines. A plant extract has been shown to inhibit the growth of prostate cells. Currently, its mechanism of action is being investigated. Continued research is likely to bring further improvements in the treatment of BPH. This is important as the European male population ages over the next two decades.