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Benign prostatic hyperplasia is characterized by
         
       
      
      
      
          
      
      
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         Answer: B) Enlargement of prostate gland         
         
Explanation: Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) also called benign prostatic hypertrophy (or) prostate gland enlargement is a noncancerous enlargement of the prostate gland that can lead to lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS).
 
It is the diagnosis characterized by proliferation of the cellular elements of the prostate.

 
Symptoms ::
As the prostate gets larger, it starts to pinch the urethra. This causes symptoms that affect your urine flow, such as:
 
* Dribbling when you finish
* A hard time getting started
* A weak stream, or you pee in stops and starts.
       
      
      
      
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