Like any part of the body, the prostate can also develop cancer.
Prostate cancer usually develops slowly over many years. Symptoms may not show for a long time and usually only appear when the prostate is large enough to affect the urethra. You may notice:
- Increased urge to urinate
- Straining while you pee
- Feeling like your bladder has not fully emptied
- Weak flow
- Blood in urine or semen
Though these symptoms may not mean you have cancer, you should still be checked by a doctor if you notice any.
The chances of developing prostate cancer increase as you age.
There is no single test for prostate cancer, but the most commonly used are:
PSA blood tests are not routinely offered on the NHS, but you can request one if you are over 50.
If you are diagnosed with prostate cancer, you may not require any treatment. If treatment is required, they can include:
