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Enlarged Prostate Symptoms: What Men Commonly Notice
Lower urinary tract symptoms can occur with BPH, but they should not be used to self-diagnose the cause.
Storage symptoms
Frequency, urgency and waking at night to urinate can occur with BPH. They can also reflect bladder, medication, sleep or metabolic issues.
Flow and emptying symptoms
Difficulty starting, weak or interrupted stream and dribbling are common reasons men seek evaluation.
Red flags
Inability to urinate, blood in urine or painful urgent/frequent urination with fever and chills require prompt medical attention.
Get medical help promptly: NIDDK says inability to urinate, blood in the urine, or painful/frequent/urgent urination with fever and chills need prompt medical attention.
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Last reviewed: August 29, 2026. Health information is educational and is not a diagnosis or treatment recommendation.