The medical abbreviation "BPH" stands for "benign prostatic hyperplasia". BPH is a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland that commonly occurs in aging men. The enlarged prostate can put pressure on the urethra and cause symptoms such as difficulty urinating, frequent urination, and a weak or interrupted urine stream.
Treatment for BPH can vary depending on the severity of symptoms and the individual patient's needs. Options may include medication to relax the muscles around the prostate and improve urine flow, minimally invasive procedures to reduce the size of the prostate, or surgery to remove part or all of the prostate gland.