The
exact cause of prostate cancer is not known, but researchers believe
that it may be linked to genes that cause some men to get the
disease. Certain risk factors have been identified that can increase
the chances of developing prostate cancer.
These risk factors include:
Age
- The chance of getting prostate cancer increases with age. It
occurs most frequently in men over 50 years of age. More than
75% of all prostate cancers are diagnosed in men over the age
of 65.
Race - Prostate cancer is more common in African-American
men than in other groups.
Diet - A diet high in fat may play a part in causing prostate
cancer.
Family - Men with close family members who have had prostate
cancer are more likely to get prostate cancer themselves.
Symptoms
Symptoms caused by Prostate Problems are:
Increased
urinary frequency and urgency
Frequent
night-time awakening to empty the bladder
Hesitancy - with weak urinary stream
Voiding is slow, incomplete - painful or burning
Straining or dribbling at the end of urination
Decreased sexual activity
Incontinence
Blood
in the urine (hematuria)
Blood
in the semen (hemospermia)
Persistent
pain in the pelvis, spine, hips, upper thighs, ribs, or lower
back.
Impotence
(erectile dysfunction)
It
is important to note that these symptoms may be an indication
of other health problems or diseases that can be easily cured.
It
is important that if you suffer from any of these symptoms that
you consult your doctor.
Some
Questions you should ask your doctor
