BPH
Definition
- Noun:
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia: A non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland, commonly occurring in older men as part of the natural aging process. It involves the growth of prostate tissue, which can press against the urethra and affect urinary function.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The urologist diagnosed the patient's urinary symptoms as being caused by BPH.
- BPH is a very common condition in men over the age of 50.
Advanced Usage
- "symptomatic BPH": Refers to BPH that is causing noticeable urinary problems, such as a weak stream or frequent urination.
- The new medication is specifically for treating symptomatic BPH.
Variants and Related Words
- Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH): The full medical term.
- Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy: An older, synonymous term still sometimes used.
- Prostatism: A general, non-specific term for symptoms related to prostate enlargement, often linked to BPH.
Synonyms
- Prostate gland enlargement
- Benign prostate enlargement
Notes
- BPH is an initialism (an abbreviation formed from initial letters). It is typically used without periods (e.g., BPH, not B.P.H.).
- While part of aging, BPH is a specific medical diagnosis and not simply a synonym for "aging prostate."
Noun
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enlarged prostate; appears to be part of the natural aging process
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