Is my prostate size normal?
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I (37 M) got a pelvic ultrasound and my prostate size was reported as 4 x 2.7 x 4 cm. It was reported to be "normal in size."
From what I understand, prostate size should be 30 cc. By a simple volume calculation (length x breadth x height), the size of my prostate is 43 cc. I had been having mild chronic prostatitis symptoms for years.
So my question is, is my prostate enlarged or normal? And am I calculating the size wrong?
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caz11527 adiroop
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I have read that normal weight should be 20-25g and size approximately4x2x3cm. I have no idea how anyone can tell how much it weighs! If you have mild prostatitis yours possibly is larger than "normal". It's probably like anything else, each person will differ. This forum is great and I'm sure a lot more people will be along to offer advice soon.
adiroop caz11527
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derek76 caz11527
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They just put two fingers under it and know from experience how much it weighs. It seems not to need much training to do it as GP's who do not do it very often usually get it right. Now they are training nurses to do initial consultations to decide who needs passing up the chain. Every DRE estimate I've had has later been confirmed by a TRUSS or cystoscopy.
Size does not mean a lot it depends on where it is pressing and causing an obstuction. Mine was reduced from 135grm to 55grm in my last laser procedure.The 55gms of tissue left is not causing any problem.
dai12345 adiroop
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adiroop dai12345
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nealpros adiroop
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richp21 adiroop
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Jayleee adiroop
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richp21 Jayleee
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Jayleee richp21
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richp21 Jayleee
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I have BPH symptoms to the max (urgency, weak interrupted stream, up several times at night to pee), but have never had pain or dribbling.
dennis47445 adiroop
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Jayleee dennis47445
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dennis47445 Jayleee
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I'm not certain, but if you are having discomfort and pain it is probably prostatitis as well.
adiroop
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Thank you for all those who tried to help.Hopefully, this info helps people who have an ultrasound done and get their prostate dimensions.