What are the symptoms of an enlarged prostate and how is it treated?
King Charles III is in a hospital to undergo a procedure for an enlarged prostate — an extremely common condition among older men
By CARLA K. JOHNSON
Published - Jan 26, 2024, 10:40 AM ET
Last Updated - Jan 26, 2024, 10:40 AM EST
The announcement that King Charles III was admitted to a private hospital Friday to undergo a procedure for an enlarged prostate has sparked interest in what is an extremely common condition among older men.
The 75-year-old monarch is in good company. About half of men in their 50s have enlarged prostates and that prevalence climbs to more than 80% of men by the time they reach age 80.
It's a common result of aging, said Dr. Stephen Nakada, a University of Wisconsin urologist.
“It’s like getting gray hair,” Nakada said.
