What is Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy?
Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy (BPH) is the gradual enlargement of the prostate gland and may manifest itself as early as 40 years of age. Statistics show that BPH occurs in some 50% of all men over the age of 50 and some 75% of all men over 70 years of age. The prostate gland is located under the bladder and surrounds the upper part of the urethra. Its primary function is to produce seminal fluid which nourishes and carries sperm when it is ejaculated. BPH is not directly linked to cancer.

What causes BPH?
The main cause for BPH is linked to the changes in a man’s hormone levels. According to Dr. J. Balch, after the age of 50 or so, a man’s testosterone and free testosterone levels decrease, while the levels of other hormones, such as prolactin and estradiol (a form of oestrogen) increase. This creates an increase in the amount of dihydrotestosterone within the prostate, leading to an overproduction of prostate cells which ultimately result in prostate enlargement. >>>

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