Why would an enlarged prostate interfere with urination?

A. It compresses the urethra.
B. It produces thicker prostatic secretions that block the urethra.
C. It inhibits urine production.
D. It develops calcified deposits that block the urethra.
E. It inhibits the micturition reflex.


Answer: A

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