Prostate cancer is found more often in older adults. Especially in men aged 50 and over, a trend that continues to continuously increase every year. It has been found that 1 in 8 men are at risk of prostate cancer.
Prostate cancer It is caused by the abnormal growth and division of prostate cells until they develop into a cancerous tumor. Currently, the exact cause of prostate cancer is not known. But it has been found that it may be related to the following risk factors:
- Age: men over 50 years old.
- Genetics: Having a history of prostate cancer in a direct relative. The risk was found to increase by 20%.
- Ethnicity: Often found among African American men.
- Smoking: can increase testosterone levels. which stimulates the growth of prostate cancer and spread faster than normal
- Consumption behavior: People who frequently eat foods rich in animal fats. Often at risk of prostate cancer.
Stage of prostate cancer
- In the early stage, the cancer is still present only in the prostate, the PSA level is less than 10. This stage can be cured.
- The stage did not spread or spread. The cancer is still confined to the prostate. The PSA is above 10, but can still be treated.
- Spread to nearby organs Symptoms of cancer spreading, such as pain in the spine, hips, or pelvis
- Distance of spread The cancer cells have spread to the lymph nodes. or spread to distant organs
Check quickly!! Do you have any of these symptoms???
- There is blood in the urine or semen.
- Obstructed urination I can’t urinate
- Pain, pain when urinating
- Frequent urination, especially at night
- Presents symptoms of sexual dysfunction
In the initial stage There may be no symptoms. But when the cancer spreads more It can cause pressure on the urethra. Therefore causing prostate cancer patients often present abnormalities regarding urination.
Prostate cancer can be cured if diagnosed early.
Early screening Can help reduce the death rate from prostate cancer. Some patients may not show any symptoms. In the initial stages of the disease, therefore, screening should be carried out regularly at least once a year. Screening can begin at age 45 or 40 for those with a family history.
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