Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer is cancer that starts in the prostate gland.
Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers in men. Finding it early gives you the best chance of successful treatment. That’s why it’s important to know what’s normal for your body and speak to your doctor if you notice a change that doesn’t go away.
Symptoms of Prostate Cancer
It’s important to get any symptoms checked, even if they don’t seem serious. Many of these symptoms can have other causes and don’t necessarily mean you have prostate cancer, but it’s always best to find out.
Common symptoms include:
- Difficulty starting or stopping when you pee.
- A weak or slow flow of urine.
- Needing to pee more often than usual, especially at night.
- A sudden or urgent need to pee.
- Blood in your urine or semen.
- Problems getting or keeping an erection.
If you notice any of these symptoms, or something that isn’t normal for you, contact your doctor.
If you’re worried about any cancer symptoms, your doctor will want to see you. Book an appointment.
Are you at risk of Prostate Cancer?
Anyone can develop prostate cancer, but some things can increase your risk, including:
You are aged 50 or older.
Prostate cancer runs in your family.
You’re from a Black African or African Caribbean ethnic background.
A close relative has had pancreatic, breast or ovarian cancer, particularly at a young age.
You can reduce your risk of cancer by making healthier lifestyle choices. Find out more about reducing your risk of cancer by clicking here.
Common myths around Prostate Cancer
- Myth“Problems with peeing always mean prostate cancer”
- Myth“Prostate cancer only affects older men”
- Myth“There’s no history of prostate cancer in my family, so I’ll be fine.”
- The FactsProblems with peeing can have many causes, including an enlarged prostate. These symptoms do not always mean you have prostate cancer, but it’s important to get them checked.
- The FactsYour risk of prostate cancer increases with age and it mostly affects people over 50, but anyone with a prostate can get prostate cancer.
- The FactsWhile having a family history of prostate cancer can increase risk, anyone with a prostate can get prostate cancer. It’s always best to get symptoms checked by a doctor.
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