Symptoms of prostate cancer
Symptoms of prostate cancer do not usually appear until the prostate is large enough to affect the tube that carries urine from the bladder out of the penis (urethra).
When this happens, you may notice things like:
• an increased need to pee
• straining while you pee
• a feeling that your bladder has not fully emptied
These symptoms should not be ignored, but they do not mean you have prostate cancer.
It’s more likely they’re caused by something else, such as prostate enlargement.
Prostate Cancer check and information
Prostate Cancer is the most common cancer in men, but the earlier you find it , the easier it is to treat!
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Please be aware if you are a trans woman or non-binary your risk may be different. Read the information for trans and non-binary people.
Prostate Cancer is the biggest killer IN men
1 in 8 white men
1 in 4 black men
will get prostate cancer. If you are 50+ you are at a higher risk of getting prostate cancer, as you get older your risk increases.
Age is not the only risk factor, if a close family member ie father or brother has got or had prostate cancer this could increase your own risk. If you are worried or concerned discuss your risk with your GP.
On the NHS men over 50 or sooner if you have family history, are entitled to a PSA blood test. Talk to your GP, don’t wait for symptoms, early diagnosis can save your life!
Possible symptoms include
• Change in how you pee or become painful
• Erectile dysfunction
• Lower back/hip pain (less common)
If you have any of these symptoms it does not mean you have cancer, it maybe signs of other conditions. Speak to your GP to find out what’s causing them and diagnosis.
You may not have any of the above symptoms but age 50 plus or family history you are entitled to a PSA test, please discuss with your GP.
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Do I have to have a finger up the bum?
NO – a better test for prostate cancer is blood test called Prostate Specific Antigen or PSA blood test
What is a PSA test?
Treatment
Mental health – being diagnosed with prostate cancer will come as a shock and can affect your mental health! It helps to talk!
Don’t wait until prostate cancer finds you, find it first! Discuss your symptoms/concerns with your GP.
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