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Friday November 11, 2022
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men across the UK, affecting one in eight people in their lifetime.
According to Russia Today, the key to survival is getting diagnosed early. Watch for any warning signs that the tumor has grown large enough to press on the urethra. The Prostate Cancer Foundation asks that you “contact your doctor” if any of the following signs occur: Book an appointment with your doctor if you experience “frequent urination, especially at night, sometimes urgently.”
It’s also helpful to have a doctor examine you if you’re having “trouble starting or stopping urination.” and if you have “weak, dripping, or interrupted urine stream.”
Also, see a doctor if urination is painful or leaves a “burning” sensation.
Other possible signs of prostate cancer can include:
Difficulty getting an erection.
Low amount of sperm.
Painful ejaculation.
Blood in urine or semen.
Pressure or pain in the rectum
Pain or stiffness in the lower back, hips, pelvis or thighs.
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Prostatitis or an enlarged prostate, which are not cancerous tumors, can lead to these symptoms.
However, by undergoing an examination by a healthcare professional, it is possible to get to the root of the health condition and, if necessary, begin treatment.
Chronic prostatitis occurs when symptoms come and go over a period of several months (this is quite typical).
Meanwhile, acute prostatitis occurs when symptoms appear suddenly and are severe.
While acute prostatitis is rare, it can be life-threatening and requires immediate treatment.
