Disease Comparison
Compare similarities and differences between two diseases.
Warts
Mild
1
Symptoms
1
Causes
0
Treatments
5
FAQs
VS
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Moderate
3
Symptoms
0
Causes
0
Treatments
5
FAQs
Overview
Warts
Warts are benign skin growths caused by infection with certain types of human papillomavirus (HPV). They may occur on the hands, feet, face, or other areas of the skin and can vary in size, shape, and surface texture. Some warts are painless, while others, particularly those on weight-bearing areas of the feet, can become uncomfortable or painful. Warts may resolve without treatment, although they can persist or spread to other areas.
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Benign prostatic hyperplasia is a noncancerous enlargement of the prostate gland that becomes more common with aging. An enlarged prostate can press on the urethra and interfere with the normal flow of urine. Symptoms may include difficulty starting urination, a weak or interrupted stream, frequent or urgent urination, nighttime urination, and a feeling that the bladder has not emptied completely.
Symptoms
Shared
None
Only in Left Disease
Breast LumpOnly in Right Disease
Premature Ejaculation Urgent Urination Urinary IncontinenceCauses
Shared
None
Only in Left Disease
InfectionOnly in Right Disease
None
Diagnosis
Warts
Most warts are diagnosed clinically by examining their characteristic appearance, surface, and location. A healthcare professional may distinguish common warts from other skin lesions based on the examination. A biopsy or other testing may occasionally be required when a lesion is unusual, persistent, rapidly changing, painful, bleeding, or difficult to distinguish from another skin condition.
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Diagnosis is based on urinary symptoms, medical history, and physical examination, including a digital rectal examination when appropriate. Urinalysis can help exclude infection or other causes of urinary symptoms. Depending on the situation, tests may include prostate-specific antigen measurement, urinary flow testing, measurement of urine remaining after urination, or imaging of the prostate and urinary tract.
Prevention
Warts
Warts cannot always be completely prevented, but reducing exposure to HPV can lower risk. Avoid picking, scratching, or biting warts and avoid sharing towels, razors, nail tools, or other personal items that contact affected skin. Wear footwear in communal wet areas, keep cuts and breaks in the skin clean and covered when appropriate, and wash hands after touching a wart. Avoid direct contact with another person’s wart when possible.
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
There is no guaranteed way to prevent benign prostatic hyperplasia because prostate enlargement is strongly related to aging. Maintaining a healthy weight, exercising regularly, managing diabetes and cardiovascular risk factors, and limiting excessive fluid intake before bedtime may help reduce urinary symptoms. People with persistent or worsening urinary symptoms should be evaluated so that other causes can be excluded and appropriate treatment considered.
Risk Factors
Warts
Risk is increased by frequent skin-to-skin contact, sharing towels or personal items, walking barefoot in communal wet areas such as swimming-pool areas and locker rooms, and having damaged or irritated skin. Nail biting or picking around the nails can increase the likelihood of certain warts. Reduced immune function may make warts more likely to develop, persist, or spread.
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
The main risk factor for benign prostatic hyperplasia is increasing age. A family history of the condition may increase susceptibility. Metabolic conditions such as obesity and diabetes have been associated with urinary symptoms and prostate enlargement. Cardiovascular disease and physical inactivity may also be associated with increased risk. Symptoms generally become more common as men grow older.
Treatment
Warts
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Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
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