Prostate cancer is an abnormal growth of cells that leads to the formation of a tumor in the prostrate. Prostate cancer might spread to other parts of the body, like lymph nodes, bones, and other organs. Prostate cancer is common amongst older men.



Symptoms of the Disease

Prostate cancer symptoms often appear in the late stages of the disease. But this does not mean that prostate cancer cannot be diagnosed in the early stages. Most middle aged and older men suffer from the most common prostate problem called the enlarged prostate or the benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Men with enlarged prostate will show the following symptoms-

? Difficulty in starting urination

? Weak or slow flow of urination

? Need to urinate frequently

It is advisable to go see a doctor,

because the doctor will run a complete check to rule out the possibility of the presence of prostrate cancer. If the problem is diagnosed as a simple enlarged prostate , the doctor will prescribe a medication, which will relieve the symptoms. If prostate cancer is diagnosed, it would probably be in its early stage, when it can be cured.

The problem arises when men ignore these symptoms as being a simple case of enlarged prostrate. Later on when they suffer from additional symptoms like:

? Pain in back, hips, and thighs

? Unexplained weight loss

? Feeling of tiredness

At this point of time when they do go to see a doctor

it might be the case that the prostate cancer is at an advanced stage. The treatment of advanced stages of prostate cancer is very hard. That is why doctors advice that when the first signs of prostate problem arise, seek the help of a health specialist.