What Causes Prostate Enlargement?
The hormone balance in the body changes as men age. The prostate gland responds to these changes by growing. Experts also believe that possible deficiencies in vitamins and minerals (such as zinc) may play a part. Genetic factors are also known to be responsible for causing the prostate gland to enlarge. For example, population studies show that the Caucasians are more likely to suffer from BPH than the Asians.