Prostate Anxiety

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Welcome to Prostate Anxiety where we do our best to answer your questions about the Prostate. Look around the site we have articles, videos, and links with more resources to help you find the information you need.

These are just a few questions that men have about their prostate…

What is the prostate?

The prostate is made up of a combination of glands that lie below a man’s bladder and encompasses the urethra (what a man urinates through) and sits in front of the rectum.

It’s purpose it to retain and discharge a fluid that helps keep sperm alive longer in a woman’s vaginal tract. The prostate gland is normally the size of a walnut in the adult male about 20 – 25 cm

Who is at risk for prostate cancer?

All men are potentiality at risk for prostate cancer, and every 10 years after a man reaches 40 his risk nearly doubles.

It is very important for you to have your prostate checked, unfortunately the prostate gland can only be reached through an anal exam which the very thought of makes most men extremely uncomfortable.  The exam doesn’t take but a few minutes and can save your life.

What are the symptoms of prostate cancer?

Symptoms include: no symptoms, enlarged prostate, frequent urination. Find out more about prostate cancer symptoms

Are there tests for Prostate Cancer?

Yes, there is a screening process you should have a rectal examination and a serum PSA test, the reason you need both is the majority of prostate cancer is found through a abnormal PSA not the rectal exam. Find out more about PSA Tests

What treatments are available if I have cancer?

There are many treatments available if you have cancer from surgery to hormone therapy. Find out more about prostate cancer treatments