Skip to content
B. P. Poddar Hospital& Medical Research

What does BPH mean?

BPH stands for benign prostatic hyperplasia. Enlargement of the prostate gland that is not cancer, common in older men, causing a weak stream and frequent urination, especially at night. Medicines help, and an operation (TURP) is advised if they do not.

Department that can help

Related terms

These are general explanations, not medical advice. Your doctor’s advice about your own health comes first.

Back to all medical terms

Chat with us on WhatsApp