Prostate cancer is a frightening term that many men try to avoid. Because of sensitivities to exams or even talking about this prospect, some men delay treatment of their prostate until it is too late. Research says that about 13 out of 100 men will get prostate cancer in their lifetime, and for 2-3 of them, the disease will be fatal. There are some early warning signs that you need to heed in order to have the best chance of beating this, if you should be stricken.
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Blood in urine
Although you might not make a habit out of examining your urine, being aware of changes or differences is very important. Blood in your urine is pretty hard to miss. There might be small clots or even a red tint, and both of these are reasons to make a doctor’s appointment fast.
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Changes in urination
Any changes in urination can be cause for worry, although they don’t all turn out to be cancer. If you experience pain while urinating or trouble starting and stopping, this is a sign to take seriously.
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Trouble starting or stopping flow
If you feel the urge to urinate, but have trouble getting started, this is definitely a warning sign to look into more closely. On the flip side, if you have trouble stopping once you get started, please seek medical advice.
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Pain when ejaculating
Another major warning sign is experiencing pain while ejaculating. While the last thing you want to think about while enjoying an orgasm is cancer, paying attention if ejaculation is painful is extremely important.
Although not something most men want to think about or talk about, prostate health is important to consider. There are a few pointed signs that should be red flags to necessitate a visit to the doctor.
