Prostate Cancer II : Symptoms and Diagnosis
Symptoms
In the early stages, prostate cancer is usually asymptomatic. As it progresses may receive the following symptoms:
* Frequent urination (especially at night)
* Urinary problems (inability, interruption of urinary stream, weak stream, pain, burning, etc..)
* Painful ejaculation
* Blood in the urine or semen
* Frequent pain and stiffness in the back, hips or pelvis but disappears.
Early prostate cancer is detected by a PSA (English link) or by performing a rectal exam.
Prostate Cancer Diagnosis
Early detection can be achieved by digital rectal examination (DRE) and a study of PSA (prostate specific antigen) that can cause your doctor to order a biopsy of the prostate. For this biopsy using an ultrasound probe inserted into the rectum and a biopsy needle that is directed to different areas of the prostate gland. Readmore…
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