Conditions
Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men, responsible for approximately 9,000 deaths in England and Wales every year. However, as the causes of the disease are largely unknown, the cancer is as mysterious as the gland itself, which is unique to men and assumed by many to regulate the flow of urine, but is actually part of the male reproductive system (sometimes delightfully referred to as the ‘Secret Sex Gland’!) The risk of developing prostate cancer increases with age (70% of all cases occur in men over the age of 65), whilst diet and ethnicity can also play a role. So, if you have any issues with peeing (such as pain or a weak and irregular flow), or find that the best exercise you’re getting is the several times a night you’re having to throw back the bed covers to nip down the hallway to the toilet, then make an appointment to see your GP.
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For the First time in 27 Years I went to the Doctor because of Chest Pains. Here in fuengirola they seem to be very thorough, with the result that i have been for all sorts of Tests for all sorts of thing. Including prostate Cancer. I have no Symptoms indicating Prostate Cancer. The Digital test for Prostate cancer indicated that all was Satisfacory. However it was recomended that I have a Biopsy. Having read up what is involved I am reluctant to go ahead with this. As I feel that being an invassive proceedure it may well cause Cancer which is not there at the moment.
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Hi, Im 34, nearly 35 and today I noticed some blood in my urine. Ive never noticed this before and when I went to the toilet later it seemed to be normal. I know I could well be dehydrated as with my new job I dont drink as much water during the working day as I used to. The last few days Ive had a slight burning when I urinate. Several months ago, I also noticed a few occasions where there was blood in my semen. I put it down to a few blood vessls having burst in the penis as it was intermittent. Am I too young for prostate cancer? Id appreciate any advice, thank you.
Age is not something that illness takes into account. Please make an appointment with your doctor as soon as you can and get checked out. If only for your peace of mind.
Thanks for your comment. I went to the doctor, and was diagnosed with a severe UTI or urinary tract infection. I was put on antibiotics and fully checked over and apart from that I am in perfect health. The pills cleared up the infection and everything is back to the way it should be. Thanks again, Andrew.
Following a routine PSA test for my employer over six years ago I was finally diagnosed with prostate cancer 08/03/2010. I have lost all faith in my consultant and have not, as yet, been referred to another specialist as requested. In the mean-time I have been researching treatments on the net and find that there are alternatives to what I frankly concider as total butchery - radical prostate removal - namely HiFu or Focal HiFu which would appear to be much quicker and must be cheaper for the NHS in every respect. Can I get this on the NHS and why is it not more openly available? PS if you want me to come on the show to highlight this issue I'm your guinea pig!!
I am 66 year old male and since finishing treatment for Prostate Cancer I am finding I am needing to pass water far more frequently especially at night when I am sometimes having to get up 2 or 3 times. I have tried avoiding drinks late in the evening but to no avail. My PSA is down to 1.5 so I know that it is not the Cancer returning. Can you make any suggestions as to how I could control this or is it just an age thing
hi i am a 45 year old male, when i went to the toilet one night to pass stools i pushed down and passed urine at the same time an got a very sharp pain in my penis followed by slight blood and ever since then every time i go to pass urine i get a sharp pain in my penis towards the end of passing water
Hi, I am a 42 year old man and I think that I am developing prostate problems. I urinate quite frequently and sometimes I have an urge to 'go' that is so strong I feel that I am going to pee for ever but the amount of urine I pass is quite small. I am also peeing up to 5 or 6 times during the night and again the amount of urine on each 'visit' is quite small. I am confused by all of this, don't really understand the complexities of the Prostate and do not want to waste any Doctor's time but I have to admit I am starting to worry. Another strange thing is that although I have an active sex life, masturbate regularly as I have done since Puberty, sometimes now when I ejaculate the sensation I get when I'm 'coming' is slightly duller and not as intense and 'sharp' than it used to be.I don't know if this is linked or anything to do with the Prostate too! Any help would be much appreciated.
hi there i just have a questio to ask my father died of prostrate cancer is it pass on in the genes as he died at 68 and i am 34 thanks
Hi Kevin There is a very high chance that it could be passed on. My farther died of it in 1987 aged 81 he did not know he had it. I was diagnosed with it in 2007 but I was being monitored from 2000. Now 3 years later it has turned aggressive. Just been for a bone scan today. I have told my son to get checked regularly and he is only 32. So get yourself down to the Doc's
hi alan thanks for your reply and i shall go to the docs to get my self checked thanks agan
I am a 45 year old man and have a constant urge to go to the toilet quite frequently in the middle of the night and especially after having a drink. Sometimes I cannot control it in which is now becoming embarrassing and now I have started to get a dull ache down below in which is concerning me. Should I see my GP as soon as possible ? Do you think it maybe an infection ?
Go see the Doc straight away dont be shy or afraid. You may not be emptying the bladder fully hence you top up quicker could be prostate cancer or may be another problem but do get it looked at.
my husband was diagnosed with advanced postate cancer last year aged 41 he had no symptoms just got tested for no reason really and its lucky he did otherwise he was told he would of had 18months to live if he hadnt been tested he had it robotically removed and is now on the mend so younger men can be affected
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