Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, or BPH, is a condition in which the prostate enlarges as men age. BPH is very common, affecting nearly 40 million Americans and 500 million men worldwide.
This page provides helpful information and tools, including:
Even watchful waiting has its risks.
References: 1. Tubaro, Drugs Aging 2003; 20(3): 185-195, 2. Mirone, Eur Urol 2007; 51: 57-66, 3. Djavan, Urology 2004; 64: 1144-1148
The International Prostate Symptom Score (IPSS) is a short survey used to screen for, diagnose, and track the symptoms BPH.
Download the digital form (PDF) to answer the questions, and share results with your urologist.
Or simply click here to get your score in 2-minutes:
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