An enlarged prostate is a condition in which the gland or prostate has grown bigger than it normally should be.
However prostate enlargement happens to nearly all men as they get older;.
Having an enlarged prostate is usually nothing to worry about and is not cancer and does not raise your risk for developing prostate cancer.
Some things you can do for an enlarged prostate include.
Drink less at night. Don't drink anything for an hour or two before bedtime.
Limit caffeine and alcohol. They can cause the body to make more urine, irritate the bladder and make symptoms worse.
Watch what you eat.
Become more active.
Stay at a healthy weight.
Even if you have an enlarged prostate, that does not mean you must live with the symptoms for the rest of your life.
Your doctor might advise one of several approaches to coping with BPH, including lifestyle changes, medication changes, and other treatments.