Estimates show that nearly 200,000 Americans are diagnosed with prostate cancer annually, making it one of the most commonly diagnosed cancers after breast and lung cancer. The survival rate for this particular cancer is high, especially if diagnosed in its early stages. Figures show that when this cancer is diagnosed before it metastasizes, roughly 97% of individuals live at least five years after diagnosis.
However, most individuals with prostate cancer don’t display any symptoms or signs, especially when the disease is still in its early stages. This is why it’s important to know some of the signs of prostate cancer, because this will help you be on the lookout for any changes to your health.
Below are some of the signs that may indicate the presence of prostate cancer.
Burning or painful urination
This condition is referred to as dysuria and is commonly linked to urinary tract infections (“UTIs”). However, it may sometimes be a sign of prostate cancer.
The frequent need to urinate
The presence of a tumor on the prostate can apply pressure on an individual’s urethra and bladder. Therefore, if you feel the need to urinate frequently, particularly at night, you should visit your doctor.
Weak or slow urine flow
It is normal for individuals with prostates to have difficulty urinating as they age. It should be noted that it’s not usually because of prostate cancer. However, if your urine flow stops and starts uncontrollably, you should get your prostate examined.
Prostate pain
Experiencing pain in your prostate area, especially when sitting down, may be a sign of an infection. If you experience unexplained pain, visit your urologist for diagnosis.
Presence of blood in urine
This condition is also known as hematuria. While it may also indicate the presence of a UTI, you should still visit the doctor for a check-up. Avoid self-diagnoses.
Issues with ejaculation
If you find it hard to keep an erection, notice a reduced volume of ejaculation, experience painful ejaculations or have blood in your semen, you should visit a urologist for diagnosis. It should be noted, however, that ejaculation issues can also associated with other health conditions.
Doctors recommend that individuals get screened for prostate cancer as soon as they turn 40, especially if they have a high risk of developing the disease. In addition to this, you are advised to keep in mind that most of the symptoms mentioned above also show up as individuals age, hence the need to make use of some of the diagnostic technology availed by companies such as AnPac Bio-Medical Science Co. Ltd. (NASDAQ: ANPC) to get a definitive diagnosis of cancer.
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