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3. What are the Risk Factors for Benign Prostate Enlargement?

Aging significantly increases the risk of BPH. While the condition is rare in men under the age of 40, about one-third will develop moderate to severe symptoms by the time they reach 60. Other risk factors include diabetes, heart disease, and a family history of BPH.

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