Signs Of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia

Inability To Empty The Bladder Completely

As the prostate continues to enlarge, the bladder muscle gets thicker, stronger, and more sensitive. This is likely due, in part, to the greater force the bladder must exert to push urine through the pinched urethra. As the enlargement advances, the bladder muscle becomes unable to overcome the narrowing of the urethra. As the walls of the bladder thicken and get stronger, the bladder is no longer able to pull itself together to squeeze out urine. This leads to an inability to empty the bladder completely. A small amount of urine will remain in the bladder after urinating. Benign prostatic hyperplasia may leave you with the feeling your bladder has not been fully emptied, and you may notice a weak urine flow.

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