Prostate Cancer Warning Signs

Prostate cancer is a cancer of the prostate gland, which is located in the male reproductive system. Because of this, only men can get prostate cancer. The warning signs that someone might have prostate cancer often aren’t noticeable until the cancer is in a more advanced state. It has a high successful treatment rate, although if the cancer spreads to the bone surrounding the gland it can no longer be cured, so it is important to catch it as early as possible.

Warning signs begin when the growth starts to put pressure on the urethra. When this happens, warning signs such as difficulty in passing urine, inconsistent urine flow and regularly needing to pass urine especially during the night may start to appear. It is important to point out that these symptoms may be caused by many other things and do not indicate a definite case of prostate cancer.

Another warning sign is problem with sexual functions. Difficulty in achieving an erection and painful ejaculation can both be associated with prostate cancer, although again can also be caused by many other things. In very rare cases bloody urine can also be a sign of prostate cancer, although this does not occur in most patients.

If someone is exhibiting the warning signs shown above, then they should contact their GP immediately who will be able to advise them. As has been said, these prostate cancer warning signs do not mean someone has cancer, but can in some cases indicate that they do. A scan may be required to check whether the person does have prostate cancer, and if they do a course of treatment will be recommended. Ultimately, it is always down to the patient as to what treatment they decide to have, although specialist will advise the best course of treatment.

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