Prostate Cancer Signs

Benign prostatic hyperplasia question??????????
Is it possible to get BPH at 21? cuz i frequently have to urinate

It is possible to get BPH at 21, however frequent urination can be caused by many things including UTI, diabetes mellitus, diabetes insipidus, or simply drinking too much caffeine which is a diuretic. There are other causes to frequent urination as well. If your symptoms don’t improve or get worse within the next few days then you should see your doc.

i dont have any sensitivity in that region anymore. do you know if its anytype of disorder that can be treated?

i know its not cancer or anything

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I just had a physical, including blood work. They told me I need to go back to retake my PSA test. Why? And do I need to fast again for 12 hours?

Greg, I have been diagnosed with prostate cancer and treated for it. The test you are referring to is a PSA which is useful in calling for further investigation of the possibility of cancer. It is not the end all as far as tests go but mine was repeated several times to get consistent readings. I believe I did have to fast before each. If the PSA results indicate a suspicious number, then in my case a biopsy was done to confirm the diagnosis of cancer. The biopsy was uncomfortable, a tad embarrassing but otherwise not excessively painful – I felt a little pin prick or "pinch" as the doc took three or four samples. In your case, maybe they just screwed up the PSA portion of your exam and need to do it over. They can’t get accurate readings without the fasting. It’s important Greg, so go get it over with and best wishes for a "no sign of cancer" result.

I mean just in terms of general discomfort… not involving sticking hands up butts and feeling around.

See… I’ve got this interesting pain just a tiny bit northward of my groinal parts…. a rather inexplicable and temporary pain, but uncomfortable in an amusing sort of way regardless.

I know my family are rather prone to cancer… my mother’s father and my own father both having died of it… and since one in three people die of cancer at some point, I wouldn’t be surprised if I’d go the same way (unless I voluntarily end myself before that).

I’m just wondering if pains in that region could indicate cancer at all or whether its just something else. It didn’t go away when I went for a p!ss… so its not bladder issues, I imagine…

Oh…. and no… I’m not going to see a doctor.
If it is cancer, I fully intend to just suffer it out to whatever end it may bring.
[Note to theists: life is not sacred... its an accident, and is fundamentally worthless, including mine.]
[Response to first answer]: I could counter your question by asking "Why not bother?" … I just want to know… thats all. I suppose for the same reason you might want to know what your brother’s girlfriend is like, assuming you have a brother with a girlfriend. Its just curiosity… plain and simple.
[Note to Dogzilla]: Pain for the most part is just a random sensation to me. I have been adapting to deconnect it from any emotional triggers… and so I don’t mind it any more. However, it is safe to say that having doctors fiddling with my parts would make me psychologically uncomfortable. As such the physical pain is generally the lesser of two evils (except when its particularly extreme, since the emotion-disconnection process isn’t perfected yet).
One might say I am taking the path to Nihilistic enlightenment….. or resolution of the self.

well, even if you DO see a doctor, it’s not like he can force you to receive treatment. i agree with you on the accidental, futile nature of life, but i figure, if i’m alive now, i might as well enjoy it as much as possible and have as fun and fulfilling a life as possible.

so if i were you, i’d go to the doctor. if it was something easily treatable that wouldn’t infringe on my life (such as a daily pill or something), i’d take the treatment. if i found out it was cancer, i’d just refuse treatment and enjoy the remainder of my life as much as possible.

i’m sure you agree when i say i’d rather have 6 months of good, functional living and then die, as opposed to spending 5 years on chemo, and finally dying miserably.

oh, and to really answer your question, i’m sorry, i have no idea what prostate cancer feels like, though i hear that since it causes your prostate to swell, it usually causes difficulty urinating, very frequent urinating, or painful urinating.

Is bleeding anus one?

Signs and Symptoms of Prostate Cancer
The following are the most common symptoms of prostate cancer. However, each individual may experience symptoms differently. Symptoms may include:
weak or interrupted flow of urine
urinating often (especially at night)
difficulty urinating or holding back urine
inability to urinate
pain or burning when urinating
blood in the urine or semen
nagging pain in the back, hips, or pelvis
difficulty having an erection
http://www.health.uab.edu/14877/

55 white male psa level .o5
psa and exam show no cancer

GREAT QUESTION—-ASK YOUR DR TOO CHECK YOU OUT BEFORE YOU DIE OF CANCER

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I have to pee a lot, like… a lot. I don’t think I’m pregnant, so what are some other causes for frequent urination.

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As we all struggle with our increasingly busy lives, its easy to lose sight of what really matters. There are enough day-to-day problems to worry about without stopping to think about our health, and us men are notoriously reluctant to visit the doctors when we get ill. Whether its our male pride or fear of the unknown thats responsible, its an attitude that can have serious consequences especially when it comes to the early diagnosis of life threatening conditions such as prostate cancer. As the most common cancer in men across the UK, 35,000 men are diagnosed with the disease every year, claiming the life of one man every hour. But if men seek help, it can be treated effectively. Our webchat with by Dr Hilary Jones gives you crucial information on the symptoms, treatment and diagnosis of the disease that too often suffers from being a taboo subject.

Although prostate cancer mainly affects men over 50, all generations need to be aware of the risks. Many of us are unaware, for example, that our chances of developing prostate cancer are two and a half times greater if one of our close relatives, such as a father or brother, is diagnosed. African Caribbean men are also three times more likely to develop prostate cancer than white men. Thats why The Prostate Cancer Charity is aiming to put the disease on the top of everyones agenda to show it really does matter and this year a whole month has been dedicated to the cause.

This March is the first ever Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Members of the public and celebrities alike are lining up to show their support. Legendary broadcasters Peter, Dan, and John Snow have been posing in their pants, while hundreds of five-a-side football teams from across the country have been getting involved with the Real Man Cup tournament.

Despite an increased awareness of prostate cancer in recent years, many of us still dont know what symptoms to look out for. Make sure you are aware of the all the facts by logging onto our webchat with Dr Hilary Jones. be explaining who is most at risk from the disease, how to recognise the signs, and why its essential to attend to them as quickly as possible. He will also be answering any questions you may have live online; just fill in the form to submit yours.

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Any sort of bad life style habits can cause negative effect to all areas of your health. I don’t know if smoking and excessive alcohol causes prostatic hyperplasia but it sure can cause many other conditions some of which could cause this issue to come up.

MY DAD HAD A BLOOD TEST AND URINE SCREENING. IN THE RESULTS, THE PSA IS 1.03. THE REFERENCE VALUES ARE 0-4.0. WHAT IS PSA? IS MY DAD’S PSA NORMAL?

psa is an abbrevation for prostatic specific antigen.;..used for screening in combination with a digital rectal exam to check for prostate cancer….your dad’s lab results are great,no need to worry…
psa is a blood test which detects the antigen secreted by the prostate…elevations/mild are not always cancer as it can be inflammation…etc

From starman’s google: A need to urinate frequently, especially at night;
Difficulty starting urination or holding back urine;
Weak or interrupted flow of urine;
Painful or burning urination;
Difficulty in having an erection;
Painful ejaculation;
Blood in urine or semen; or
Frequent pain or stiffness in the lower back, hips, or upper thighs.

Any of those symptoms is a test you can do on your own. Doesn’t mean cancer though, means enlarged prostate.

Avodart is a prescription drug that will do it. Ask you physican for a prescription if you have an enlarged prostate. Enlarged prostates are a common problem for elderly males; if yu are not over 50 and have one then you best see a urologist about it. For anyone with an enlarged prostate, seeing a urologist would be a good idea. But Avordart does work; it will reduce the size of the prostate but it takes several months or more of daily use before it has a noticeable effect. You will know when it does in your urine stream.

What are the pros and cons of this action. His blood rpt. is negative for Cancer. He wears a Bag now. Detailed comments will be appreciated.Tks.

Enlarged prostate causing inability to pass urine normally and requiring a bladder tube to drain the urine is a definite indication for surgery.
Nowadays the surgery is done minimally invasively via an endoscope.The procedure is called TransUrethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP).
TURP carries a significant risk of retrograde ejaculation at sexual intercourse and hence the patient may have a dry ejaculation and hence infertility.
The alternative is he has to wear the urine tube all the time which is unacceptable as a longterm solution.

I am late- and waiting to see if the ugly face of AF comes or not, but I realized that suddenly (not blowing it out of porportion) I started having to get up a pee in the middle of the night.
Normally I pee before work and wait until lunch at noon to pee again, I had to ask my boss to go to the bathroom before noon hit.
Does that qualify as "frequent urination"? or are we talking peeing every 2 hours or so?

No,thats doesnt sound that frequent,sounds like you should may even pee more in a day. Id say every hour needing to pee is frequent.

Guys I’m soo worried I have bladder cancer. I’ve had some tests done.. no sign of infection. I had an ultrasound and cytology done a couple of months ago and the ultrasound showed what they believe are kidney stones, but these tests aren’t accurate for diagnosing bladder cancer. Anyways I have symptoms that aren’t characteristic of kidney stones sitting in your kidneys. I have pain in my bladder a lot, pain in my bladder when I urinate, blood, frequency and now I have lower back pain. All my symptoms sort of come and go day to day. I’m freaking out I have bladder cancer or some kind of cancer.. maybe prostate or urethral. Can anyone give me any thoughts. I have a ct scan booked for 2 weeks and yes of course I’ve seen doctors.
just turned 26 years old. what a birthday.
been tested for std’s and all kinds of infection. its neither.. just for some extra info

You are absolutely correct when you say that some of these tests are inaccurate.My sister who was 47 was diagnosed with gall stones and it took weeks for her to get the surgery and it was then they discovered she had 3rd stage pancreatic cancer.Do yourself a favour and get that mri sooner rather than later to ensure a correct diagnosis. Hope it all goes well.

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He had a blood test that showed a PSA level of 87!! The MRI showed the cancer is in the surrounding Lymph tissue but the bone scan was clear. He has been given hormone treatment and told surgery is not possible and has an appt to see radiotherapy dept. Has anyone got any experience of this especially with such a high PSA result?

A PSA of 87actually isn’t a horrible number for someone who has just been diagnosed. Radiation, horemonal treatment, and possibly chemotherapy will definitley help him out. Prostate cancer, especially when caught this early, doesn’t have to be a death sentence.

It does require a lot of attention, though. Following the treatment schedule is very important. Follow up is crucial. Routine exams, labs, etc.

I hope he does well. What he needs right now is your support. Not your worry.

Usuraly the doctor sticks his finger up your A R S E

i just had TURP last week of jan this year. no evidence of malignancy is seen on pathology report. im taking PROSCAR
daily (finesteride) Is it enough?

The best medicine is the one that works for you. If you are having problems with the dosage or the medication, you should be talking to the doctor who prescribed it not strangers on the Internet. Why is your ativar a female?

My mom made me an appointment with her male doctor for a full exam, she explained in detail what would happen and she said that the last part of the exam is a digital rectal exam.

After reading a bunch of answers on here my question is should I refuse that part or since it is a normal part of the exam should I let him do it?
I am 22 and have had a pelvic exam before but, I had never been offered or even heard of a rectal exam until my mom told me about it.

Honestly, I work at an OB/GYN office and our doctors don’t do rectal exams unless you have a problem in that area that you need checked out. You doc will do a bimanual exam, where he will insert a finger into your vagina while pressing down on your abdomen. This is done to check the size and shape of your uterus and ovaries.

If the office you go to does do rectal exams normally, you do have every right to refuse that part of the exam. You don’t say how old you are, but young women usually don’t need a rectal exam as rectal problems are more common in older women.

after visiting a urologist i have been told i have a benign feeling prostate with 15-20 mls volume, and have to have more tests done including renal ultrasound,cystoscopy and kub x-ray and psa blood test at first it was thought i had kidnet stones but this has been ruled out.but there is microscopic blood in the urine does anyone know whats going on?

Don’t ask medical questions on here. Some idiot will likely tell you that you have some dangerous disease or something. the only way to know anything for certain is to go see you own doctor, even a doctor on here would not be able to give a proper diagnosis without examining you and having your medical background

I have an OBGYN appt this week. I am having very frequent urination and it could be any one of a number of things including diabetes or a UTI.

Is this in my OBGYNS juristiction or is this more of something for my general doctor.

Are you having burning with this urination? If so then it’s classic UTI. You can start drinking cranberry juice. It raises the pH of your urine and makes it a hostile place for bacteria to live. If you don’t like cranberry juice, they have cranberry pills over the counter at most pharmacies. Also increase the amount of water you drink. It’ll help flush everything out.

With diabetes, not only do you have frequent peeing, but frequent thirst, dizziness, nausea and sometimes vomiting. Cut down on carbs and simple sugars.

The GYN could prescribe something for the UTI. They often do a urine dipstick test (at least mine does) at every annual visit. But to check for diabetes you should go see your primary doctor.

I always curl up near my waist over whatever, and don’t sit up straight.
I’m 13. Also i pee a lot and there is no blood. I have a bladder problem according to my doctor. I found a soar under my P**** but it doesn’t look cancerous. I have pain in my waist and legs, but I think it’s a muscle strain which one is it?

At your age, prostate cancer is highly unlikely. The sore on your penis has nothing to do with prostate cancer, either.

Here’s a list of symptoms that indicate the need for prostate cancer screening:

* A frequent need to urinate, especially at night.
* Difficulty starting or stopping the urinary stream.
* A weak or interrupted urinary stream.
* A painful or burning sensation during urination or ejaculation.
* Blood in urine or semen.

That you have already been diagnosed with a bladder problem, that takes care of the first three symptoms. Since you don’t have pain during urination, or have blood in your urine, prostate cancer looks even less likely.

Hi yahoo answers What is the symptoms for the prostate cancer

There are many symptoms that can be associated with the prostate cancer. Some of the symptoms are difficulty or inability to urinate, frequent urination at night, weak urine flow or pain during urination, blood in the urine, pain the lower back, hips, and the upper thighs….

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none, unless you are having problems. meds that shrink the prostate contain estrogens, which have other issues in a male body. yes, they shrink the prostate, but can also cause sexual problems or developing breast tissue. doctors only use them in cases where the enlarged gland is obstructing urine flow or causing pain. also, dont assume BPH if it isnt a doctor saying that. you can’t diagnose yourself safely. dont assume it is one thing or another, because the same symptoms can be prostate cancer or other issues.

I have looked this up and cannot seem to find a clear answer. So if anyone out there could help i would greatly appreciate it. If a man has an enlarged prostate does that mean he is infertile. My boyfriend has an enlarged prostate, but thank God no prostate cancer. Sometimes when we have sex he ejaculates a lot, and sometimes it is very little. Is the semen he is ejaculating capable of fertilization, or are men with enlarged prostates infetile? Thanks for the help!

maybe infertile or it may be a different hormone disorder , he really ought to see the doctor!

Usually you need a doctor to have such tests. Sometimes health fairs can bypass it in another manner.

I don’t think so; doesn’t seem like something they would have at a health fair. Wouldn’t hurt to ask.

I am not sure about Mumbai, but…

Preventing Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy through Ayurveda

Definition
Benign prostatic hypertrophy is swelling of Prostate gland. The prostate is a walnut sized gland that is only present in men. It is located just below the bladder and top of the penis. This gland surrounds the urethra (the tube through which urine flows from the bladder and out through the penis).

It is a very astonishing fact to know that the condition BPH has been explained in Ayurveda long back. The anatomical position of prostate gland, symptoms of BPH and its remedies are explained by Acharya Sushruta.

The anatomical position of prostate gland is described in Ayurvedic classics as follows. In Yogaratnakara it has been described as –

“Naabheradhasthaatsanjaatha Sanchaari Yadi Vaachalaha
Ashteelaavad Ghano Granthiroodhwar Maayata Unnataha"

Which means “ Below umbilicus (NAABHI), there is a hard gland which is little bit bulged and changes its place some times and some times stays stationary. This gland is like “Ashteela” (A small stone used to sharpen swords). This gland when affected by vitiated vata causes a disease called “vataashteela” (or benign prostate hypertrophy).

Sushruta explains the structure , anatomical position of prostate gland and symptoms of BPH as follows.

“Shacranmaargasya Basheshcha Vaayurantaramaashritaha
Ashteelaavadghanam Granthimmoordhvamaayata Munnatam"

Which means – the place between rectum and bladder is occupied by vitiated vata it affects the easy flow of urine, stools and semen by enlarging the gland “ Ashteela”.

The prostate gland enlarges in all men as age advances. BPH is very common and affects one third of men who are over 50. A person suffering from BPH does not have the increased risk of prostate cancer.

Functions of Prostate Gland

One of the main functions of the prostate is to produce a fluid, which contribute to the liquid portion of semen and this liquid allows the sperm to move freely.

The gland is divided into peripheral, transitional and central zone. The overgrowth takes place in central zone which leads to BPH.

Effects of BPH Prostate gland surrounds urethra. When prostate gland enlarges, it constricts the urethra reducing the urine flow. The emptying of bladder becomes very difficult because of this.

Causes of BPH According to present medical concepts the actual cause of prostate enlargement is unknown.

But the causes of BPH are very well explained In ayurveda which is based on tridosha theory.The causes of vataashteela or BPH are explained as follows.

Causes for vataashteela according to dosha theory

Vataashteela is caused by vitiated vayu and apaana vayu ( a subcategory of Vayu). (Apaana Vayu is located in two testicles, urinary bladder, phallus, umbilicus, thighs, groins, anus and colon. Functions of apana vaayu are Ejaculation of semen, voiding of urine, stools, elimination of menstrual blood and expulsion of fetus.)

The vitiation of vayu and apaana vayu is caused by

Controlling the urge of urination
Controlling the urge of defecation
Over indulgence in sex.
Consuming dry, very cold and less quantity of food
Old age
General weakness
Indigestion
Physical and mental overexertion.
Symptoms of BPH
Difficulty in starting to pass urine ( hesitancy ),
A weak stream of urine,
Dribbling after urinating
The need to strain to pass urine,
Incomplete emptying of bladder.
Difficulty to control the urination urge.
Having to get up several times in the night to pass urine,
Feeling a burning sensation when passing urine.
Passing urine mixed with blood (indication of infection)

Symptoms of vatashteela are described as follows.

"Vinmutraanila Sangascha Tannadmaanamcha Jaayate
Vedanaa Cha Paraa Bastou Vaatashteeleti Taam Viduhu

The vitiated ashteela gland when enlarged is called as “vatashteela”. This enlarged gland causes

Obstruction to easy flow of urine.
Obstruction to Easy passage of stools and gas
Bloating of Stomach.
Pain in bladder.

When the above mentioned symptoms are noticed then one should seek proper medical advice.

Diagnosis

A digital rectal examination will be performed to examine the size of prostate by inserting a finger into the rectum. A distended bladder can be felt per abdomen. Ultra sound examination will be done to determine the amount of urine left in the bladder after urination. Routine urine test will be done to rule out infections.

A prostate gland tissue may be collected using a needle to check for cancerous cells.

Ayurveda tips for SELF-CARE

If symptoms are mild, the following methods can be tried for relief:

Vata gets vitiated when natural urges are controlled. Hence do not control the natural urge of passing urine. Urinate when you first get the urge.

Go to the bathroom even if you do not have urge.

Alcohol, tobacco, coffee increase vata and vitiate it. Hence avoid alcohol, tobacco and coffee, especially after dinner.

Vata gets normalized and vitiation comes down when body is warm. This can be accomplished with regular exercises and keeping the body warm.

Mental exertion leads to increase of vata. Avoid mental exertion at work place and at home.

Avoid foods which cause constipation as constipation causes vitiation of vata..

Other general tips

Avoid drinking fluids from two hours before going to bed.
Avoid cold and cough medications that contain decongestants or antihistamines. These medications can increase BPH symptoms.
Avoid drinking excess amount of liquids. Distribute the intake of fluids throughout day.

Prevention

BPH can be prevented by

Consuming low fat diet

Including lots of fiber in diet ( fruits and vegetables which are rich in fiber).

Visiting your family physician as soon as you notice any symptoms while passing urine.

Apart from these many effective herbal remedies have been mentioned in Sushruta samhita and Yogaratnakara.

– Dr. Savitha Suri
May 22, 2005

Disclaimer: The above article is educational in nature, and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. If you have a medical condition, please consult your physician.

Dr.SavithaSuri , ; B.A.M.S is Chief Consultant physician at Chaitanya Integrated Medical Center, Udayagiri, Mysore, Karnataka, India. She is practicing Indian Systems of Medicines since 12 years. By arrangement with http://www.ayurhelp.com

any worse than the analog ones were?
I need it for work, but I’m a little freaked out.

You would think that the ana"log" ones would be more accurate just based on the name, right?!?

My father was overtreated with radiation for prostate cancer and has suffered some serious side effects. The latest is a large defect in the inner wall of the rectum which connects to the bladder and continuously drains urine. Anyone with similar problems of urinary incontinence and or suggestions?
This is a sensitive issue,please be empathetic.

5 years ago I had seed implants for prostate cancer and only someone like you or your dad would believe the side effects I have experienced! There are doctors that occaisionally visit this site and they will be quick to say that the medical literature doesn’t support my blaming the seeds and the follow-up external beam radiation I was treated with for these side effects, HOWEVER: Before my treatments NONE of these conditions existed and withing 6 months of the treatments I developed:
1. A weight gain of over 70 pounds which I think was caused by the severe edema in both legs and feet I developed after the seed implants, which in turn may have caused -

2 Very painful neuropathy in both legs and feet AND:

3. Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) in both legs with a clot that made it to my lung (pulmonary embolism)

4. Total incontinence ( I can’t start it, stop it and I never know when I am going to excrete urine, so I wear Depends 24/7) and have a permanent supra pubic catheter with collection bag (3 years now).

The weight gain which I have been able to shed only 40 pounds of, I believe led to my diagnosis of type 1 (insulin dependent) diabetes several months ago.

The weight gain also exacerbated my already existing arthritis in my knees and lower back plus the pubic catheter gives me a permanent "catheter infection" making surgery on my knees a no can do according to the orthopaedic surgeon.

The prostate never healed after the initial radiation procedures and the several subsequent procedures that were undertaken to try to fix the damage may have made the problems worse. I have sometimes scary episodes of blood in the catheter. There is also the discomfort of the :diapers" and the at least once every six weeks changing of the catheter.

End result of all this? I am rated 100% disabled and use a wheel chair. When the cancer was diagnosed I was phsyically able to do most anything within reason for a 60 year old.

My brother, who is 5 years older than me, had the same treatments performed at Johns Hopkins in Maryland and he is playing golf, walking 18 holes, three or four time a week!

Life is still good and I am doing my darndest to keep going. I have two new grand kids and a wonderful bunch of caring family and friends that make life worth while. But I have to admit, I never would have dreamed 5 years ago that I would be so excited about having a wheel chair lift mounted on the back of my car!

My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your dad. I know some of what you are going through and I sincerely hope you both are getting through it. It sounds to me as if your dad and me have two very important things in common – we are both still alive and we both have caring family.

This was very long and I hope there aren’t too many errors.

My brother is over the age of 50, making frequent trips to the bathroom during the night? these symptoms may indicate that he has a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate or a cancerous enlargement of the prostate, How to determine , is there any other symptoms?

Most prostate cancers are not symptomatic until they are in later stages, however, when symptoms do develop, they may include frequent trips to the bathroom, increased urinary urgency (meaning the urge comes suddenly and can’t be held very long), erectile difficulties, dribblling after urination, pelvic and/or lower back pain. Some of these symptoms are also the same for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) which is the non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate. The only way to tell for sure is to have a physical exam (A DRE – doctor inserts lubricated finger in rectum to feel the prostate gland for any abnormalities, humiliating, yes, but it is not that bad and can save your life!!!), blood tests for PSA (prostate specific antigen detected in the blood, and when elevated can suggest the presence of prostate cancer), transrectal ultrasound, and/or biopsy if the other tests are suspicious. As an aside, any man over 40 or with any urinary difficulties should begin prostate cancer screening. When caught early, it is highly curable. When caught too late, it is not. Often when younger men get it, it tends to be more aggressive so get checked!!!!

I am currently 32, diagnosed w/diabetes at age 28, for the last 2 years i have had frequent urination during day and night with urgency. Is it common to have this problem at my age? Is there medication that could help?

Have you ever had your prostate checked? An enlarged prostate gland could cause this problem.

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My Dr. ordered one, however I read the American Cancer Society doesn’t recomend them as false positives can occur. Should I skip it and just get the prostate exam with the tube looking for polyps? Is there a point to doing this as I also read if u have a polyp and it’s malignant treating the cancer can habe other serious side effects. Wouldn’t the side effects be better than potentially fatal cancer?

I think you are confused a little regarding the polyps and prostate cancer. Polyps are found in the intestines which we detect by doing a colonoscopy (exam with tubes as you say).
PSA (Prostatic specific antigen) is done to detect presence of cancer in the prostate which is out side the intestines and cannot be detected by colonoscopy. The only way see the prostate is to do an Ultra sound exam or CT scan to know the size or any suspicious looking part in the Prostate. But still doing a PSA is wise as if it is high then further tests could be undertaken to confirm the result. Most preliminary tests have false positives but it is nevertheless done for early detection of diseases. Early detection and treatment can sometimes cure diseases like cancer. So definitely do it if your doctor has recommended it and follow it up if there is anything abnormal.

If you have BPH, try NOT to take medications such as antihistamines, diuretics, decongestants, antispasmodics, tranquilizers and certain types of antidepressants. These can weaken the bladder muscle or narrow the opening of the prostate and worsen the BPH symptoms.

Surgical procedures for Benign Prostate Hypertrophy, or "BPH", range from open prostatectomy to transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) to transurethral incision of the prostate (TUIP). Balloon dilatation is also being used by some urologists, although it is still officially classified as experimental. Medications for BPH include a1-blockers like terazosin (Hytrin®) and 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors like finasteride (Proscar®). Newer treatment methods currently under investigation run the gamut from laser prostatectomy to microwave thermal therapy to urethral stents. The objective of scientists developing these new techniques is to find ways to treat BPH that are less involved and, therefore, safer than surgery.

Treatment for BPH is covered by almost all insurance plans.

Many men put this test off to check the prostate for cancer and enlargement. It’s important also to get the PSA blood test. Men are embarrassed sometimes, but woman get their PAP smears done.

Yes

I have, for about 3 or 4 years now had the problem of not being able to empty my bladder fully every time I go to the toilet. I have to basicly, go back and finish off minutes later. Over a year a go I thought I should get a proper opinion and went to see a specialist. He examond my penis, also took a urine sample. When the test came back he said it was just that my prostate was a bit tight but no need to be alarmed. He said to see for certain they could check by sticking a camera up through my penis. I basicly said no I cant have that and thought he thinks its fine and went on my way. Now I am worried after reading that protate cancer is a big killer in men and,as you get older it is increased risk. Since I am having trouble with mine at 23-27yrs old, is this a bad sign? Or should I not worry cos the specialist didn`t from my sample?
One more thing. The specailist told me that when I feel I need to go for a "Number 2" i should go straight away. I should never wait. Why is this?

If you are concerned about prostate cancer, you need to request a PSA blood test. Also, an enlarged prostate can be determined by a simple 10 second digital rectal exam. Request these of your doctor, and if he does not comply, find another physician.

My husband recently told me for the past year he’s been having trouble peeing – It wouldn’t start when he felt he had to go and once it did begin, it hurt. I asked him hurt how? and he said kind of like peeing razor blades. His dad was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2006, and the doctor instructed my husband to get checked when he turned 30 because this could be hereditary. Also, he’s currently experiencing a lot of pain in his scrotal area – The right side was swollen last night when he got home from work, and he said he felt like he had pulled a groin muscle (was almost limping) – Is it possible it could be cancer? Or are we over paranoid?

What you have described are, generally speaking, signs of either infection, precancerous growth or cancer. There is simply no way to tell without having a PSA test. If you do have the PSA test and discover that it is cancer, there are treatment modalities that make prostate cancer one of the most "curable cancers", if found early. There are also changes you can make to your diet to increase the odds n your favor, such as eating hot peppers and broccoli. Two university studies have found that hot peppers apparently cause prostate cancer cells to"suicide themselves". At any rate, please have him tested asap so that he can decide on the best course of treatment and recovery, if in fact the tests find cancer.

You go to your regular physician and they will use "jelly fingers" to examine your prostate.

I’m a fifteen year old boy, and in the last hour and a half alone, i’ve urinated three times without eating or drinking anything.

I know frequent urination can be a symptom of several diseases, but i don’t have any other symptoms right now.

Any ideas?

Too much salt in your diet can cause fluid retention. Eventually your body had to get rid of it and the only way is either through urination or sweating. I wouldn’t think you have anything to worry about except finding something to do that will take your focus off the fear of some devastating disease.

Did you know that stress or nervousness will make you urinate more?

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The prostate is a doughnut shaped gland located behind the pubic bone and below the bladder in males. It surrounds the neck of the bladder and the urethra, a small tubular structure that drains urine from the bladder to the penis.The prostate gland is a common site of disorders in the male genitourinary system.As men age, their prostate gland often enlarges. This condition is referred to as Benign Prostate Hypertrophy or BPH.Over 50% of American men will develop an enlarged prostate in their lifetime.Dieta ry supplementation of nutrients essential for prostate health have been shown to be effective in the relief of BPH.Cancer of the prostate is a common malignancy in American men, second only to skin cancer. In fact, nearly 200,000 American men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer this year.Dietary supplementation of the dietary nutrients IP-6, Quercetin and Lycopene have shown to be helpful when used for Prostate cancer.

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Normal PSA would ne less than 4.0.

i have seen patients with psa exceeding 15,000

I have this illness and is planning to take saw palmetto but I’m not sure if it is effective.

There is quite a lot of data in respected literature regarding the efficacy of Saw Palmetto Berry (Serenoa repens) in the treatment of BPH. I would recommend you take a jaunt on pubmed and see for yourself.

The key influence of Serenoa is the inhibition of an enzyme that converts regular testosterone into an extremely powerful form that generally is not supposed to last very long in your system. This powerful form of testosterone is responsible for enlarging the prostate and probably has a hand in prostate cancer. It also is the culprit in a lot of male pattern hair loss. Why is that strong hormone sticking around longer than it should? We think it’s because of the Western diet -high in red meat and junk. Our livers are responsible for neutralizing that strong hormone and when they are taxed with all the junk and extra hormones of our modern diets they cant keep up. In Western cultures -esp US, we expect about 50% of men over the age of 40 to have this condition.

When you do the research you’ll see the tremendous science -but, you will also notice recent snipey reports trying to debunk it. This is from the pharmaceutical industry which is trying to push flowmax, proscar, cadura, avodart, etc……

What are the reasons of prostate glend enlargment? are there any preventive way to stop the enlargment ??

During consideration for medical treatment .( this should not go unexamined regularly) You may want to consider refining your diet. ALong with your diet , a few supplement from your local gnc or walmart could help tremendously. i’m going to give u a web page to view that will answer more of your questions in detail , having this u may laready be aware of much of what i could say or pass along as advice. http://www.urologychannel.com/prostate/bph/treatments.shtml
I could type for ever with "do’s and don’ts" but i ‘ll let u see for yourself . this page is from boston scientific , the same page many physicains and med students use to learn.

My sister says her husband, age 52, is going to have to have his prostate taken out. So far he has put off setting up the operation for 4 months now. We heard that usually you get ‘radioactive pellets’ UNLESS the cancer has already spread. When she asks hubby about any of this he gets mad. He has a hectic work schedule, 16 hours days 7 days a week, and can’t bring himself to take off for this as he’ll probably never get his job back and has no other way to earn income.
Anyway, HIS explanation was that he is getting it out because ‘then he is sure the cancer is gone’, nothing to do with it being serious or spreading. In fact, he finally, after two months, told his kids he had it and painted such a ‘rosy picture’ that they haven’t even come to visit him regularly, only one day for Xmas and one for Thanksgiving, yet they live just down the street. He has no time for them due to his work schedule. Will he be out of commission 3 weeks or 3 months, we’ve heard both from him. Heeeelp !!!!!!!

I did not have this. But my friend did. They remove the prostrate when it about to spread outside the prostrate. I would not worry to much. Just get him to go to the hospital and have it done sooner than later.

a friend has had prostate cancer for about 8yrs. and it has sspread to his bladder 4 months ago.How much longer before this disease will take his life?He is 87 yrs.old

It all depends on the person and how bad it is and how strong the person is. My dad had prostate cancer for many many years and lived to be 90. They have very good treatments today.

This is very embarresing to post but i am getting a little worried. i know that prostate cancer makes u urinate more and sometimes painfully, but i have not experianced any of these symptoms. At least not consitantly. The reason i ask is there is a mark on the shaft of my penis that is the same size and likelyness of a pimple. I am not sure that there are any other things this may be, but it is not any STD. Please help, any thing u can provide would be helpful. Thanks

Duh, have you made an appointment to see a Uroligist? Before you start to worry, get some professional help.

maybe if you are a but nut or an ass clown

I’m a 32 year old male. Recently I have been experiencing frequent urination and I can’t last 1 minute while having sex without having an orgasm. These have never, ever been a problem with me in the past. Is this a precursor to some medical condition?

Definitely sounds like a prostate problem, go see a urologist. You may have an enlarged prostate which can be easily fixed though you are quite young. Another possibility could be prostatitis which is common in males of any kind. Or it could be a UTI. Get it checked out anyway.

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It is usually a sign of something wrong with your prostate, you need to go to your doctor so he can do more test to firgue it out. Good Luck

Hi, my dad has a testosterone level of 158. He is almost 60, and he is feeling the beginning signs of BPH (enlarged prostate). Are the two related? Is this normal? Is it cancer?

I would check that testosterone level again, sounds like it would kill a horse. The enlarged prostate is normal in men over 40, predominantly at 50. I think you mean PSA or prostate specific androgen. It does not signal cancer definitely, but is related. Biopsy is next, and necessary. Sorry for your troubles, his early detection or suspicion and testing are good.

My husband (due to other rectal area problems) much prefers the PSA. Both are probably best, but I have not researched the false negative rate of the PSA. If the false negative rate is low (and this should be in medical literature) then it is probably as good or better.

I found in the text book That BPH is more found in central part of the prostate gland while carcinoma of prostate is found more on prepheral side.
Could someone plz give me reason for this…..

Basically Prostate is divided in two parts anatomically. Central and peripheral. Peripheral part of prostate is highly vascular and hence CA or carcinoma of prostate is of peripheral part. Regarding BPH it is a result of reduced testosterone levels at older age.

I am 38 years old and I’ve been suffering from prostatitis for 4 years now.I have seen all kinds of doctors and have taken Flomax,and other pills to help me with this,but nothing has worked out for me.I have the cancer analysis taken and it was negative.For two years now I’ve sleeping with a pillow between my legs.Is there a way anybody know that’s effective in healing the prostate gland?

There is a urologist at Stanford who has quite a different view of our problem. He has written a book called "Headache in the Pelvis" that has been well received. You can get the 4th edition at Amazon or another book store.

His idea is that you don’t have a urinary problem. The reason it has been untreatable is because nothing has been done that addresses the real problem. The problem is knots in your pelvic floor muscles that refer pain to various nearby areas. To understand this, you might want to find a copy of the Trigger Point Therapy Workbook by Davies.

A lot of men get relief from a specially trained physical therapist (often one trained to work on women’s issues, but the pelvic muscles are the same), from relaxation techniques, and from drugs that relax like valium and xanax. There is a high correlation with underlying anxiety and this pain.

There is a group of guys to talk to at chronicprostatitis.com. It has been well worth the fee to join for me ($20 so they can pay their online costs). At least I know we aren’t alone.

There is a fair amount of research. Sometimes it is called nonbacterial prostatitis, sometimes chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CPPS).

I was able to find a urologist who had read the book and understood the problem, but it wasn’t easy. Urologists make a lot of money out of us by convincing us its the prostate.

on and off for about 6 years i have had occasional frequent urination with no side effects. Sometimes I will go full strength and a full amount just an hour or so after the last time. Sometimes I feel that I havent voided completely after going. Sometimes I feel this pressure in my bladder/urethra.
I am a healthy 32 yr old male. All tests..i mean ALL..cancer, IC, all stds, etc etc even prostate. ALL NEGATIVE. Diabites as well- negative..
Anyone have similar symptoms or any clue?? They say anything more than 8x a day is too often. I rarely reach that, but this weekend- I just cannot stop going!! No increase in fluid intake either..
Help!

There isn’t anything like 8 times I can recall offhand. Is it that you are spending time in an area where it is cold. Maybe the air-conditioning is turned up more than it suits you, for that is another cause of frequent diuresis.

Cold temperature causes constriction of our blood vessels of the skin, the total area of which, and the volume of the blood they contain, is considerable. This constriction channels the blood into our deepr systemic circulation to maintain body heat and prevent loss of it through the skin. This causes increased filtration by the kidneys since the body senses an increased load. We do not have to take more fluids to experience this. This is one factor likely.

Another is NGU and cyctitis. There are organisms that aren’t picked up by routine tests and cultures. Chlamydia mainly. They may present with mild discomfort at micturition or none at all. Sometimes they may present with severe dysuria.

Further, frequency, or frequent passage of urine could ensue.

These are two possibilities.

I was told by my urologist I had severe bladder damage as a result of prostate cancer, however, the problems of severe incontinence did not exist prior to surgery.

my husband had the surgery so far with no complications. but from what i read, they have to cut alot of different things, nerves especially around ur bladder area.

How is prostate cancer diagnosed and what are some signs or symptoms of prostate cancer? thank you

When a Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) blood level surpasses 4 a doctor will do additional tests to rule out prostate cancer (usually a biopsy).

Some symptoms include:

A need to urinate frequently, especially at night;
Difficulty starting urination or holding back urine;
Weak or interrupted flow of urine;
Painful or burning urination;
Difficulty in having an erection;
Painful ejaculation;
Blood in urine or semen; or
Frequent pain or stiffness in the lower back, hips, or upper thighs.

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The prostate is a gland—about the size of a walnut—that makes and stores semen. The prostate is necessary for male sexual function and reproduction. The prostate gland is located just below the bottom of the bladder and in front of the rectum. It surrounds the urethra, which is the tube that carries urine from the body. Because of its location, if the prostate gland becomes enlarged, it can create bothersome urinary problems. The abnormal production of Dihydrotestosteron DHT is ociated with pathologies of the prostate. Benign prostatic hyperplasi and , prostate cancer. The enzyme 5 alpha-reductase (5 alpha R) catalyses the reduction of testosterone into the more potent androgen dihydrotestosterone (DHT).

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Symptoms of prostate cancer may include the following: urinary problems, such as not being able to urinate, having a hard time starting or stopping the flow of urine, needing to urinate often, especially at night, weak flow of urine, urine flow that starts and stops, pain or burning during urination, difficulty having an erection, blood in the urine or semen, and/or frequent pain in the lower back, hips, or upper thighs. Prostate cancer usually does not cause symptoms in the beginning stages. By the time symptoms do occur, the disease may have spread beyond the prostate.

The “Prostate Cancer Treatment” report includes a review of possible signs and symptoms (such as weak flow of urine or painful ejactulation); descriptions of the various tests used for diagnosis (including digital rectal exam and prostate-specific antigen test); an explanation of the various stages of prostate cancer (Stages I, II, III, and IV); an overview of treatment options (including watchful waiting, surgery, and radation therapy); and also includes 10 pages of related medical terminology (to help you understand what your medical provider is talking about.

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Beta-Sitosterol, Pomegranate, Zinc, Lycopene & D3 Offers nutritional support for the prostate and overall health Maxi-Health Research® is proud to announce the launching of it’s newly developed line of Omega-3 fish oil combinations. Producing eight different professional formulas to provide you with the highest quality dietary supplements you need, to live healthier and happier lives. Fish Oil Well known for anti inflammatory effects the EPA and DHA content of fish oil also reduces the prostate cancer risks by suppressing arachidonic acid formation and inhibiting the enzyme delta 5 desaturase both implicated in PC. Vitamin D3 This nutrient’s abilities to prevent many chronic diseases and inhibit tumor growth (Colston Etal 1997) is so beneficial that even the President is being lobbied to insure that every American be given a vitamin D supplement every day free! Zinc Is the essential mineral for preventing prostate problems and enhancing the reproductive organs. Beta-Sitosterol As a very potent suppressor of inflammatory prostaglandin Beta Sitosterol keeps the prostate gland in good health (World Journal of Urology 2002). Lycopene Unless you’re a ketchup eater fanatic you need this tomato source carotenoid. Lycopene is an immune enhancer and potent antioxidant. It offers protection from malignancies of the prostate (Kucek Et Al 2001) by maintaining healthy DNA gene function in prostate cells (Journal Med. Food 2002) Pomegranate This fruit has as many benefits as the number of its seeds. The juice extract has powerful antioxidant properties. Its potential for treatment for inflammation and cancer is well documented (J. Etiano – Pharmacol 2007, Clinical Nutrition 2004, J. Agric. Food Chem. 2006) Try Maxi Omega-3 Prostate Formula™, the ultimate men’s formula designed to support good prostate health.

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DHEA promotes optimal hormone levels. It has been shown that the hormone DHEA often declines by age 70 or later, leading to hormonal imbalances that can affect quality of life. Peak blood levels of DHEA occur at approximately age 25, decreasing progressively thereafter. Scientists have been looking at ways of restoring DHEA to youthful levels, and are now discovering mechanisms by which this hormone protects against age-related decline. 99.9% purity (European-derived DHEA) Micronized (for maximum absorption and utilization) Manufactured under GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) conditions For men attempting to restore DHEA to youthful levels, they should know their serum PSA (prostate specific antigen) level and have passed a digital rectal exam. Men with prostate cancer or severe benign prostate disease are advised to avoid DHEA since it can be converted into testosterone (and estrogen). Therefore, men are advised to have a PSA and digital rectal exam before initiating DHEA to rule out existing prostate disease. For men taking DHEA we also recommend taking the following other nutrients: Vitamin E 400 IU daily Selenium 200mcg daily Super Absorbable Soy Isoflavones 55.5mg daily Gamma E Tocopherol with Sesame Lignans 200mg daily Lycopene Extract 20-40mg daily Saw Palmetto Extract 160mg twice daily Pygeum Extract 50mg twice daily Nettle Extract 120mg twice daily Boron 3-10mg daily It is important for men over 40 to consult their physician to check their PSA and DHEA-S serum levels every six to twelve months thereafter. Men should also periodically check their blood levels for free testosterone and estrogen to make sure that DHEA is following a youthful metabolic pathway. For women taking DHEA we also recommend taking the following other nutrients to maintain a healthy balance: Melatonin 300mcg nightly Vitamin E 400-800 IU daily Indole-3-carbinol 200mg daily Vitamin D3 1000-1400 IU daily Gamma Tocopherol

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Unicity Products Unicity Prostate TLC 120 Sgels – Free Shipping Prostate TLC is an innovative supplement that combines many of the best natural substances known to man for promoting prostate health, including an innovative blend of saw palmetto and astaxanthin. During a man’s lifetime, the prostate undergoes changes that can eventually lead to health challenges. For instance, prostate enlargement is a common condition that can cause urination problems and other discomforts, particularly in men over age 40. Fortunately, medical scientists have demonstrated that the prostate is responsive to nutritional substances, such as certain compounds in tomatoes. Prostate TLC is an innovative supplement that combines many of the best natural substances known to man for promoting prostate health.* The National Cancer Institute has reported that DHT (dihydro-testosterone), a form of testosterone, plays a role in prostate enlargement and is believed to be involved in the development of other prostate problems. Scientists believe prostate enlargement may be controlled by regulating levels of DHT. * Unicity’s Prostate TLC contains several remarkable ingredients that support prostate health. Alphastat is a patented compound that combines two ingredients (saw palmetto and astaxanthin) currently being studied for their effects on male prostate health, including DHT regulation. Other important ingredients in this formulation include lycopene, stinging nettle root, selenium, and pumpkin seed oil.* Research Brief The male prostate is essential in human reproduction. This walnut-sized structure surrounds the neck of the urethra and bladder and is regulated by testosterone and related hormones. The primary purpose of the prostate, which consists of both glandular and muscular tissue, is to release a substance that makes semen into a liquid. Tubes from the testicles carry sperm to the prostate, where the sperm are mixed with prostate and seminal vesicle fluids and then ejaculated through

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Prostacure is designed to prevent prostate cancer. Dont Gamble with your life. Use Prostacure to reduce the size of your prostate and decrease your nighttime urinary frequency. You DON’T have to get PROSTATE CANCER! If you are over 40 and experience frequent urination, especially at night, you may

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Symptoms of BHP are explained to urology patients. The problems ociated with bladder infections and an enlarged prostate. Provided by Dr. Rajaratnam

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“The prostate specific antigen, or PSA, test is a simple blood test used to screen for prostate cancer. It measures the amount of PSA in a mans bloodstream. PSA is a protein produced by the cells of the prostate gland. This measurement, along with other factors, helps your primary care provider determine your relative risk for prostate cancer.

M. D. Anderson recommends that beginning at age 50, men with no family history of prostate cancer should begin annual prostate cancer screening exams. African-American men and men with a family history of prostate cancer should begin annual screening exams at age 45. Both a digital rectal exam and a PSA blood test should be performed.”

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Dr. Michael Cohen discusses symptoms and treatment options for men with BPH or enlarged prostates. Treatment options include medication or clinical trials directed by Advancemed Research, TUMT (Transurethral Microwave Therapy), or a laser prostatectomy. Contact: Lawrenceville Urology www.lawrencevilleurology.com (609) 895 – 1991 or Advancemed Research www.advancemed.info (609) 895 – 0735.

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Most men don’t know what their prostate gland is for. The Canadian Cancer Society hit the streets to give them a hint.

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lorilou85http://gdata.youtube.com/feeds/api/users/lorilou85Gainesville, FlComedyDigital Rectal Exam, University of Florida, Physician istants, DREDigital Rectal Exam- UF Physician istants c/o 20102009-04-13

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Video depicts the anatomical relationship between the Prostate Gland and the Bladder and Urinary System. Video is used to promote new identification and treatment techniques for Prostate Cancer.
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Learn the early signs and symptoms of prostate cancer including blood in urine, pain during urination and weak urine flow with expert prostate health tips in this free men’s health care video clip.

Expert: Dr. Susan Jewell
Bio: Dr. Susan Jewell is a trained doctor and scientist in clinical research medicine, as well as a stem cell scientist in oncology and AIDS/HIV.
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Prostate cancer.

if they are all cotton you can use chlorine bleach, if they arent try oxyclean or all fabric bleaches that are usually dry crystals in a box. like clorox 2 and maybe try navy and dark grey undies from now on.

my psa is .16 /no cancer

Pomegranates/pomegranate juice have been shown in studies to really help with enlarged prostates. It not only tastes good, but it has other benefits also. Tomatoes have been associated with lowering the risk of prostate cancer.

All the best!

I need a real answer please ( Health Quiz).

Here’s the long answer.

http://urology.jhu.edu/newsletter/newsletter.php?var=511.php&id=5

Other factors are genetics and hormones.

Black men are twice as likely to develop prostate cancer as whites. Testosterone encourages the growth of prostate cancer so hormones are also a factor besides genetics.

One of the way of reducing PSA is by taking finasteride (proscar).

One thing you should remember before taking this medication is that you need to have a baseline PSA because once the PSA goes down, you can masked the effect or presence of carcinoma.

It is probably wise to get the help of your Urologist.

Prostate cancer is a disease in which cancer develops in the prostate, a gland in the male reproductive system. Cancer occurs when cells of the prostate mutate and begin to multiply out of control. These cells may spread (metastasize) from the prostate to other parts of the body, especially the bones and lymph nodes. Prostate cancer may cause pain, difficulty in urinating, erectile dysfunction and other symptoms.

Symptoms

Early prostate cancer usually causes no symptoms. Often it is diagnosed during the workup for an elevated PSA noticed during a routine checkup. Sometimes, however, prostate cancer does cause symptoms, often similar to those of diseases such as benign prostatic hypertrophy. These include frequent urination, increased urination at night, difficulty starting and maintaining a steady stream of urine, blood in the urine, and painful urination. Prostate cancer may also cause problems with sexual function, such as difficulty achieving erection or painful ejaculation.

Advanced prostate cancer may cause additional symptoms as the disease spreads to other parts of the body. The most common symptom is bone pain, often in the vertebrae (bones of the spine), pelvis or ribs, from cancer which has spread to these bones. Prostate cancer in the spine can also compress the spinal cord, causing leg weakness and urinary and fecal incontinence.

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Just a little pressure. Kind of like pressing hard to wipe but a little deeper. It is not painful. It is not a deep long probing. They feel only about an inch or two inside of you. It only takes about 15 seconds. If you feel both of the doctors hands on your shoulders during the exam, you should ask questions.

I went to the doctor and I had a high PSA. He did a biopsy and I don’t have cancer. I don’t have an enlarged or inflamed prostate. He doesn’t think the high PSA and the frequent urination are related. I don’t have a problem starting to urinate and it doesn’t hurt or burn. I just have to go all of the time.
I kept track one day of how many times I urinated and it was 15 times in a 24 hour period. I drink about 36 oz of fluid a day.

Yeah i have the same problem But i have to wear diapers because of the meds. i take for extreme Vertigo I cant tell when i have to pee but i go through about 20 diapers in 24 hours!! So it’s a lot. But I am A nutcase and i am use to wearing diapers so it don’t matter….Wet diaper Raul!!! LOL….did i win….. did i win….. did i win???

both cancers have been only localized, doctors at first didnt know if it was a recurrence of prostate or bladder cancer, they say sometimes radiation causes it thx

Hi

Sorry for your recurrence.I got surgery for bladder cancer three years ago. No recurrence. Originally treated injecting bacteria in the bladder for six weeks to target the immune system intensive work the bladder.

Three of my sisters lost their fight with cancer. They went all the way with doctors recommendations (including prohibition use of natural treatments) and nothing. On my personal case, I will use a combination. Do your own search. Is YOUR life, and YOUR body… and you are not a Ginnie pig.

Boost your immune system naturally with (Noni, echinacia,cholostrum,etc) or whatever you prefer. I use 4life Transfer factors (the best of the best in my opinion-boost 427% with only two caps and in just two days). Search and try GRAVIOLA.

Hope this help.

assist me in making an informed decision. I am scheduled to have Prostate Cancer Biopsy on 05/24/07. Here is a brief history of events up till now:
Vital statistics and hx are as follows: Age: 38; Sex: Male; Ht: 5′ 5"; Wt: 162 lbs; Father: recently passed away at the age of 73 2ndry Prostate Cancer which got metastasized and as a result he had bone cancer as well; Mother: has diabetes and previously has had benign tumor removed; Older Brother: Healthy; Race: Asian-Indian.
On 04/23/07 blood test done and the results indicated PSA level of 3.5, subsequent to this FreePSA test done on 05/04/07 and PSA level: 3.68. The normal range is 0-2.5. Based on some some chart scoring had a value of 8 indicative that I probably have a 24% chance of having prostate cancer. Visited Urologist on 05/16/07 and DRE was conducted and was normal. Should I wait 8 weeks and have another PSA test or go for Biopsy as suggested by the Urologist? Don’t want to be sliced & diced but also want peace of mind!

The above answer has the right conclusion, although all the facts are wrong.

While PCa at your age is rare, it’s hardly unknown. You have an significantly elevated risk due to the fact that your father had it.

PSA is not an indication of cancerous tissue, it’s produced by both normal and diseased prostate tissue. The absolute number turns out to be fairly meaningless, as "normal" could be anywhere from .5 to 8, mostly depending on the size of your prostate and general health. It’s best to have regular PSA tests, and to keep a chart of your results. A rapid increase in PSA is more concerning than a high absolute number.

Free PSA is the percent of PSA which isn’t attached to protein. If it’s very low, there is a higher chance that your PSA reading is caused by cancer.

A DRE can only detect cancer when it’s extensive enough to be palpable. In parts of Europe, adoption of PSA testing has been slower than in the US, and DRE is still a preferred detection technique. But DRE will miss cancer in it’s earliest, most treatable stage. In the US, the overwhelming majority of men are diagnosed with biopsy following abnormal PSA readings, and never reach the stage of having a positive DRE.

If I were in your place, I would take the biopsy. Although biopsy isn’t the most pleasant experience, it’s the only way to find peace of mind. If it’s negative, I would continue being vigilant, and have PSA tests every six months, charting the results. Given your family history, it pays not to take chances.

What you can expect from the biopsy is a few minutes of discomfort, followed by a month of bleeding. It’s not the worst thing that can happen to you.

The PSA (prostate-specific antigen) blood test can help to detect prostate cancer. We interviewed 42 men and 1 man’s wife about their experiences of PSA testing.

This video contains extracts from those interviews.

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