- January 22, 2025
Proper prophylaxis allows you to detect the disease before it develops well - that's why regular prostate tests are so important for men's health. Unfortunately, despite large-scale social campaigns, many men still feel irrational fear of visiting a specialist. Meanwhile, there is NO ANSWER TO PROVIDE - only men should be ashamed of themselves, who, due to unjustified fear of ridicule, have led to the development of cancer.
Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers in our country - every year it is diagnosed in over 15 thousand Poles! It must not be underestimated under any circumstances! According to statistics, it is the second cause of cancer deaths, giving way only to lung cancer. Experts stress that the number of prostate cancer cases will only increase over time. Reason? Rapid population ageing. The prostate cancer affects mainly elderly men - elements of this cancer can be found in almost 79% of men aged 80 years!
The tumor develops relatively slowly, sometimes even asymptomatically. Only with time do symptoms similar to those observed with mild prostate proliferation begin to appear - difficulties in starting micturing, a weaker stream of urine, frequent day and/or night-time urine, a feeling of incomplete bladder emptying or hematuria. That is why it is so important to detect cancer at a stage when it can be treated radically and effectively.
With age, the likelihood of developing steer cancer increases, so the older we are, the more often we should undergo appropriate preventive examinations. If you are over 50 years of age, it is recommended that you do it at least once a year. Regular prostate tests are also recommended for men who have already had this type of cancer in their immediate family (father, brother).
PROSTATE CANCER CAN BE TREATED EFFECTIVELY. However, the best chance for a full cure is the early detection of cancer. Therefore, it is not worth postponing a visit to the urologist - prostate examination may be a bit embarrassing for some people, but it is better to overcome their fears and shame than to lead to a situation when it is simply too late for effective treatment. Under no circumstances should you delay your visit to the doctor until the pain you feel becomes unbearable or the ailments make it difficult for you to function normally.
