Summary

• Benign prostatic hypertrophy is a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland.
• It is very common as you get older.
• It can cause problems with passing urine, such as a poor flow or needing to pass urine urgently.
• It may affect daily activities and lead to urinary tract infections and kidney problems.
• Treatment depends on how troublesome your symptoms are and may include lifestyle changes, medicines or surgery.

These key facts are from healthdirect.gov.au (accessed 27 Jan 2025). Visit the healthdirect website for more information about benign prostatic hypertrophy.

Relevant Tests

If your doctor suspects you have benign prostatic hypertrophy, they may request one or more tests.

If you are diagnosed with benign prostatic hypertrophy, some of these tests will be used to monitor and manage your condition.

Find information about specific tests:

• Prostate specific antigen (PSA)