Study on the prevalence of prostatic hyperplasia

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is one of the most frequent diseases in elderly men and the most frequent cause of symptoms of lower urinary tract (LUT). The prevalence of BPH tends to increase depending on the age after 40 years old - 8% and at the age of 90 years it increases up to 60% and more. According to a number of authors the incidence of BPH is lower among Asians than among the "white" population in the West. Factors such as genetics, diet and lifestyle may be the main reason for this pattern. There are reports of a close association of clinical BPH with metabolic syndrome and erectile dysfunction, as well as a possible role of inflammation as a cause of the disease. Lifestyle changes towards a "healthy" lifestyle, including a proper diet, is one of the important strategic measures in combating the prevalence of this type of disease in the male population.