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What Do These Ultrasound Findings Indicate?
Question: Hi Dr I am 49 yr old I have mildly enlarged prostate ( size 33 cc in volume with grossly normal echotexture. What is it and consequenses.Kindly tell me what should I do. Thanking you
Brief Answer:
This is a common finding in males with aging.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for writing to Healthcaremagic,
I've gone through your query and understand your concern,
Your ultrasound findings suggests mildly enlarged prostate.This is a common finding in males with aging.
It is important to know whether you have any related symptoms like increased frequency,hesitancy,urgency etc.
You may need also need PSA(prostate specific antigen) estimation.
You may need clinical evaluation and may be prescribed medicines if needed.
Generally this is not a very serious finding and patient only need conservative treatment.
It is good that echotexture is normal which may indicate benign nature.
Get well soon.
Hope I have answered your query.
Further queries are most welcome.
Take Care
Dr. Indu XXXXXXX
This is a common finding in males with aging.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for writing to Healthcaremagic,
I've gone through your query and understand your concern,
Your ultrasound findings suggests mildly enlarged prostate.This is a common finding in males with aging.
It is important to know whether you have any related symptoms like increased frequency,hesitancy,urgency etc.
You may need also need PSA(prostate specific antigen) estimation.
You may need clinical evaluation and may be prescribed medicines if needed.
Generally this is not a very serious finding and patient only need conservative treatment.
It is good that echotexture is normal which may indicate benign nature.
Get well soon.
Hope I have answered your query.
Further queries are most welcome.
Take Care
Dr. Indu XXXXXXX
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