Is their a connection between diabetes and enlarged prostate?

Yes, there is a connection.

An enlarged prostate, also known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), is a common condition that affects older men. Diabetes is a chronic disease that affects how the body turns food into energy.

Here are some of the connections between diabetes and BPH:

* Diabetes can damage the nerves that control the bladder and prostate, which can lead to problems with urination, including difficulty starting or maintaining a urine stream, a weak urine stream, or dribbling after urination.

* Diabetes can also increase the risk of developing BPH. This is because diabetes can cause changes in the levels of hormones that control prostate growth.

* Men with diabetes are more likely to have a more severe form of BPH, which can lead to more problems with urination and an increased risk of developing urinary tract infections.

* Men with diabetes are also more likely to have their BPH symptoms worsen over time.

There are some things that men with diabetes can do to help reduce their risk of developing BPH or of their BPH symptoms getting worse, including:

* Controlling their blood sugar levels

* Getting regular exercise

* Eating a healthy diet

* Maintaining a healthy weight

* Avoiding smoking

* Limiting alcohol intake

* Talking to their doctor about their BPH symptoms