Prostate Cancer Symptoms
The prostate is a small gland that is a vital part of the male reproductive system. This walnut-sized gland is made up of regions or two lobes that are enclosed by tissue layers and is located just below the bladder and in the front of rectum.
The urethra, the canal through which the urine is passed out, is surrounded by the prostate gland. The most significant function of this walnut sized gland is to squeeze the fluid in to the urethra. Once the liquid is squeezed the sperm moves through the passage inside the penis.
When men encounter any of the following Prostate symptoms, it is essential to seek an immediate advice and consult of the doctor
• Passing of frequent urine than the normal limits
• Increase in the urgency for passing of urine
• Feeling a burning sensation inside the penis while passing urine
• Reduction in the normal stream of urine flow
The following are the three vital risks or common problems associated with the prostate gland and more details of each risk are:
Prostate Cancer is a Complex Condition
1) Prostatitis or infection-It is an infection or inflammation of the prostate gland, which is seen very often in middle age men. Some of the common symptoms prostate symptoms are as follows
• Discomfort or irritation during urination
• Sever irritation in the penis while urinating
• Repeated urge to pass small amounts of urine
• Rise in body temperature and frequents chills
• constants body aches, cramps and pain the lower body
• Belly pain followed by rectal pain or pressure.
• Bowel movements accompanied by frequent urethral discharge
• Growth of sexual problems and discomforts
• Urine blockage
2) BHP or enlargement of prostate- benign pro static hyperplasia is often abbreviated as BHP. The word benign means non-cancerous while, hyperplasia means extended cancerous growth. BHP is not linked with cancer and neither does it increase its changes, but prostate and BHP share the following common Prostate symptoms:
• Trouble in making more than one dribble during urination
• Passing urine often during night
• Feeling un easy and having a feeling that bladder is not empty
• Slow stream of urine.
• Forcing and pushing of urine
• Stopping and starting of urine frequently while passing urine
3) Prostate cancer-Formation of cancer cells in tissues of the prostate gland is known as prostate cancer. After skin cancer, it is the most common cancer found amongst American males. In comparison with the other types of cancer, the growth of prostate cancer is much slower. The cells spread in the entire body after certain period.
According to research, the changes in the cells may be observed after 10 to 30 years before the tumor grows and shows various symptoms. The prostate cancer is not so harmful than the other types of cancer. It may or may not show symptoms and it may not cause any series effect on the health of the individuals. Most people who suffer from prostate cancer survive and lead normal lives after treatment, but it is probably one of the most dangerous manifestations of cancer known to us.
• Trouble in the passage of urine and trouble for urination
• Pain while passing of urine
• Passing of blood from the urine and semen
• Constant and nagging pain in back or in the pelvis or hips
Do not hesitate to consult a doctor if you experience any of the above mentioned symptoms. Early detection and apt treatment regimes can help you treat prostate cancer in initial stages itself.
