What is the prostate, and what does it do? The prostate gland is an organ about the size of a walnut that sits over the neck of the bladder. It is responsible for production of the prostatic fluid, which forms part of the fluid in semen. The urethra (the tube that drains urine from the bladder) runs through the prostate. There are three main categories of prostate problems:      • Prostate enlargement -        called benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH)      • Prostatic inflammation (prostatitis)      • Prostate cancer Men may have one or a combination of these conditions, and all conditions should be discussed with a health care professional. Prostate Enlargement Men with enlarged prostates will become aware of various urinary symptoms as pressure is put on the urethra and neck of the bladder. Symptoms may include:      • Frequent need for urination, especially at night      • A sense that the bladder has not been adequately emptied      • Difficulty in starting to urinate, or a sudden inability to urinate      • Increased frequency of urination DISCLAIMER Please note that this site is provided for educational purposes only. It is not intended to substitute for informed medical advice. The user of this site should not use this information to diagnose or treat a health problem or disease without consulting with a qualified health professional. The user is encouraged to consult their own health care provider with any questions or concerns they may have regarding their condition and to explore further the health management options that should be considered. Web Site Design and Development by Newgency