enlarged prostate

Claire is correct. Enlarged prostrate glands are common in men 50+. You seem to have developed the issue early. More of an issue for urine flow than bowel activity. I get mine checked annually, and my "enlargement" has not changed in 6-7 years.I have blood drawn at my annual PE, and the PSH test is one thing, among many others, tested.

I don't particularly enjoy my MD sticking his finger in my ass and poking, prodding and disturbing that gland, but he always has a few asshole jokes to share....like this one: You got nothing to worry about....unless I have my hands on both of your shoulders while administering this test.....

I went into a clinic for a prostate test and when I bent over the doctor collapsed and had to be revived.