Prostate Cancer

Prostate Cancer

The prostate is a small, walnut-sized structure that makes up part of a man’s reproductive system. The cause of prostate cancer is unknown, but high dietary fat intake and increased testosterone levels can be factors. Prostate cancer is the third most common cause of cancer deaths in men of all ages. It the most common cause of cancer deaths in men over age 75. Some common symptoms of prostate cancer are urinary retention, painful urination, painful ejaculation, lower back pain, and painful bowel movements. A rectal exam will often show an enlarged prostate with a hard, irregular surface. A PSA test, AMACR, urinalysis, and urine or prostatic fluid testing is different types of tests that may be ordered to diagnosis prostate cancer. Chest x-rays, bone scans, or CT scans are normally used to determine if the cancer has spread to other organs of the body or bones.