• What causes prostate enlargement in children?

My son's pediatrician mentioned this issue. Is it serious? What causes prostate enlargement in children?

2 Answers

  • Family Practitioner
  • Milwaukee, WI

Prostatitis

  • Urologist (Pediatric)
  • Chelmsford, Massachusetts

Very unusual and doubtful unless diagnosed by an experienced urologist. Thus, strongly advise consulting a urologist. Extremely rare, however have seen rhabdomyosarcoma (cancerous tumor) a few times over past 40 years. Very, very rarely prostatic cysts can also occur. Diagnosis can not be made without digital rectal examination which requires insertion of gloved index finger.

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