Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in men in the UK, and the second most common cancer in men worldwide. In the UK, around 1 in 8 men will get prostate cancer in their lifetime. Early detection is the key!
The prostate is a gland located between the penis and the bladder, and surrounds the urethra. Symptoms of prostate cancer do not usually appear until the prostate is large enough to affect the tube that carries urine from the bladder out of the penis (urethra).
Signs and symptoms
- A need to urinate frequently, often during the night
- Difficulty starting urination or holding back urine
- Weak or interrupted flow of urine
- Painful or burning urination
- Difficulty in having an erection
- Painful ejaculation
- Blood in urine or semen
- Frequent pain or stiffness in the lower back, hips, or upper thighs
What do you need to do?
- Go to the doctor
- Ask about PSA testing
- Catch prostate cancer early
If the cancer is at an early stage and not causing symptoms, your doctor may suggest either ‘watchful waiting’ or ‘active surveillance’. The best option depends on your age and overall health.
