What are the symptoms of prostate cancer and what should you check for?
Summary
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men in the UK, with about 55,000 new cases each year. It can grow slowly without symptoms, but early detection is critical for effective treatment. Symptoms include frequent urination, blood in urine, and difficulty beginning to urinate.Key Facts
- Prostate cancer affects about one in eight men in the UK during their lifetime.
- There are around 12,200 deaths from prostate cancer in the UK annually.
- It is most common in men over 75 years old.
- Men with close male relatives who had prostate cancer are more at risk.
- Prostate cancer is more common in black men.
- Common symptoms include frequent urination, blood in urine or semen, and weak urine flow.
- The PSA blood test, scans, and biopsies are used for diagnosis.
- There is currently no nationwide screening program for prostate cancer in the UK.
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