prostaatkõhtude

Prostaatkõhtude is not a standard medical term in Estonian, English, or international clinical usage. It appears to be a nonstandard compound that could refer to the prostate gland or to the abdominal region around it. This article provides a concise overview of the prostate area and its common clinical considerations, in case that was the intended meaning.

The prostate is a small gland in the male pelvis, located below the bladder and surrounding the initial part of the urethra. It produces a portion of the seminal fluid that helps nourish and transport sperm. The gland is part of the male reproductive system and can undergo age-related changes.

Anatomy: The prostate contains glandular and muscular tissue arranged in zones. It sits anterior to the rectum and inferior to the bladder, encircling the urethra as it exits the bladder. The gland is enclosed by a capsule and is supplied by pelvic nerves and blood vessels. Its proper function depends on surrounding support from pelvic floor muscles.

Common conditions: Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is noncancerous enlargement that can cause urinary symptoms. Prostatitis is inflammation or infection of the prostate. Prostate cancer is a common malignancy in men. Symptoms may include urinary frequency, urgency, weak stream, nocturia, pelvic pain, or changes in erection, though some men have no symptoms.

Diagnosis and management: Evaluation typically includes digital rectal examination, a prostate-specific antigen (PSA) blood test, and imaging; biopsy may be needed for suspicion of cancer. Treatments vary by condition and severity, ranging from watchful waiting and medications to surgical interventions for obstruction or cancer. If the term was meant differently, please provide context for a more precise article.