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Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) - Prevention

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The urination problems caused by benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) cannot be prevented. Some people believe that regular ejaculations will help prevent prostate enlargement. But there is no scientific proof that ejaculation helps.

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Author: Monica Rhodes
Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine
Christopher G. Wood, MD, FACS - Urology/Oncology
Last Updated: 03/31/2006

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