Prostate cancer is cancer that begins in the prostate gland (which is present in people assigned male at birth unless surgically removed). Most prostate cancers are slow growing and diagnosed in those who are older than 65. When found early before the cancer has spread beyond the prostate, the five-year survival rate is close to 100%.
Prostate Cancer
Symptoms:
- Difficulty in urination
- Frequent urge to urinate (especially at night)
- Weak or interrupted urine flow
- Pain or burning during urination
- Blood in urine or semen
Causes
- Increasing age (more common after 50)
- Family history (genetic factors)
- Hormonal imbalance
- Unhealthy diet (high-fat foods)
- Obesity and lack of physical activity
