Benign prostatic hyperplasia, also called prostate enlargement, is a noncancerous increase in the size of the prostate gland. Symptoms may include frequent urination, trouble starting to urinate, a weak stream, or loss of bladder control. Complications can include urinary tract infections, bladder stones and chronic kidney problems.
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ICD-10 ChapterXIV: Diseases of the Genitourinary System 2 Communicable or Non-communicable Transmission Route Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
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1. Wikipedia: Benign prostatic hyperplasia
WikipediaLead section, body-system statement
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), also called prostate enlargement, is a noncancerous increase in size of the prostate gland.
Lead section, body-system statement (urinary)
Symptoms may include frequent urination, trouble starting to urinate, weak stream, inability to urinate, or loss of bladder control.
View the Source 2. Wikipedia: ICD-10
WikipediaList of chapters, Chapter XIVQuote, List of chapters, Chapter XIV
Diseases of the genitourinary system
3. Wikidata: Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
WikidataWikidata P279 (disease-category: non-communicable)Quote, Wikidata P279 (disease-category: non-communicable)
Subclass of: prostate neoplasm
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