Localized and curable prostate cancer has no symptoms. If you are experiencing a decrease in the force of the urinary stream or other voiding issues, this is most likely due to BPH and not prostate cancer. If it turns out that you do have localized prostate cancer and some problems with urination, BPH is occurring coincidentally with the prostate cancer.

Difficultly urinating if the cancer has enlarged lymph nodes, causing them to block the flow of urine. Weakness from anemia if the prostate cancer is disrupting the production of red blood cells in bone marrow. Men who notice early symptoms such as difficulty urinating may have more treatment options than those who notice symptoms only after cancer has spread to the bones.

Yes. Two tests can be used to detect prostate cancer in the absence of any symptoms. One is the digital rectal exam (DRE), in which a doctor feels the prostate through the rectum to find hard or lumpy areas. The other is a blood test used to detect a substance made by the prostate called prostate specific antigen (PSA). Together, these tests can detect many "silent" prostate cancers, those that have not caused symptoms. present, however, it is not known whether routine screening saves lives.

We still do not know what causes prostate cancer. Factors associated with higher rates are increasing age (especially over 50), family history of the disease (one or two first-degree relatives, such as a father or brother), and black race. We are not yet sure how much other factors, such as a diet low in fibre or high in fat, or low levels of physical activity, play a role.

condition(s) which are not cancer. If you have any of the symptoms of prostate cancer from the question above, see your doctor right away to find out if you need treatment.

Screening for prostate cancer can be performed in a physician’s office using two tests: the PSA (prostate-specific antigen) blood test and the digital rectal exam (DRE). The American Cancer Society recommends that both the PSA and DRE should be offered annually, beginning at age 50, to men who have at least a 10-year life expectancy.

Prostate cancer is a disease in which abnormal and uncontrolled cell growth occurs. Prostate cancer may be found anywhere inside the prostate. The cancer can destroy nearby tissue and may spread to other parts of the body.

Most importantly, if you suspect any prostate problems get to a physician for an evaluation as soon as possible. Do not wait. Make a prostate evaluation a part of your yearly physical exam. Sometimes going to the gym is just not convenient. We have to work, take care of the kids and do the various chores that require us to live in a modern world. Unfortunately today's engrossed situation can really take a toll on your health.

When the cancer is confined to the prostate it is said to be localized. Men who have localized cancer have the best chance of long-term survival.

This website offers you that opportunity. Just go to Talk to Survivors link. To insure the privacy of those men who have volunteered to discuss their experiences, you need to obtain the password from your urologist.