Thursday, 01 April 2010 01:41
According to the Prostate Cancer Foundation, prostate cancer is the most common non-skin cancer in America, affecting 1 in 6 men. A man is 35% more likely to be diagnosed with prostate cancer that a woman is to be diagnosed with breast cancer. It is estimated that there are more than 2 million American men currently living with prostate cancer.
Prostate problems frequently occur in men over the age of 50, The most common prostate problem diagnosed in men over 50 is prostate enlargement, or benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). This condition occurs because the prostate continue to grow as a man matures, potentially squeezing the urethra and affecting bladder control. Men under 50 are more likely to experience an inflammation or infection, called prostatitis.
Regardless of age, men should see a doctor immediately if they notice any signs of prostate problems, such as:
- Frequent urge to urinate
- Having to get up during the night to urinate
- Presence of blood in urine or semen
- Feeling pain or a burning sensation while urinating
- Inability to urinate
- Painful ejaculation
- Urine dribbling
- Unexplained back pain
