12 Symptoms of Prostate Cancer That Men Should Not Ignore

Most often prostate cancer is asymptomatic and is difficult to be discovered at the first phase. Symptoms appears at more advanced stages so it is very important to go to regular checks and detect the disease at the beginning. These 12 symptoms that indicate prostate cancer should not ignore.

Prostate is a gland in the male reproductive system. Its primary function is to secrete major part of seminal liquid (component of the semen) and store it.  It is located in the pelvic cavity, above the perineum (near rectum) under the bladder and surrounds the urethra. Prostate weights about 20 grams in a young adult, and it is 30 mm height, 20 mm base and its diameter is 40 mm.

Prostate cancer

In men population, prostate cancer is the most common disease. 1 in 7 men have the risk to be affected. Usually the tumor attacks the prostate, causing minor health consequences, such as problems during urination or erection. Unfortunately some cancers evolve much more quickly. The examination includes digital rectal exam and PSA (blood test to specific markers). Its presence is confirmed by ultrasound scan or biopsy. If is detected in early stage, 95% of patients are recovered.

The risk factors for prostate cancer

Some studies reveal that men that consume a lot of animal fat and dairy products are more likely to obesity and have a higher risk to develop prostate cancer. On the other hand Asian and Mediterranean populations are less exposed because of their diet that contains fruit and vegetables.

3 diseases of prostate

• Prostatitis is infection that appears at young adults
• Adenoma/ benign prostatic hyperplasia where is excessive increase at the size of the gland. Men have difficulties in urinating
• Prostate cancer affect men after age of 60

12 symptoms that indicates prostate cancer are:

Symptom 1: problems and difficulty with urination

Symptom 2: difficulty to start or retain urination

Symptom 3: frequent urination during the night

Symptom 4: tingling or uncomfortable feeling while urinating

Symptom 5: weak urine flow or inability to complete urination

Symptom 6: blood in urine

Symptom 7: blood in semen

Symptom 8: ejaculation disorders

Symptom 9: pain in thighs, hips and lower back

Symptom 10: pelvic pain

Symptom 11: pain in the bone in the lower back

Symptom 12: erectile dysfunction

If you notice any of these symptoms, go to a specialist for specific diagnosis.

These signs are not always related with prostate cancer. Also there is possibility of prostatic hyperpasia or urinary tract disease.

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