An enlarged prostate is very common and its likelihood increases with age. When the prostate gland gets bigger the layer of tissue around it presses against the urethra and makes the bladder irritable. Symptoms of an enlarged prostate include:

• A constant and urgent need to go to the bathroom

• A slow or delayed start when trying to urinate

• Dribbling after urinating

• Weak stream

• Pain with passing urine

• Blood in urine (this can also be linked with prostatitis)

• Feeling of a full bladder right after going to the bathroom

• Disturbed sleep from needing to urinate

• Incontinence

If you have these symptoms it is recommended you see a medical professional to have tests done for an enlarged prostate.