March is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men in the UK. Here you can find the symptoms of prostate cancer as well as information and support.
Symptoms
Most prostate problems are not caused by cancer, but it’s good to be aware of the following symptoms:
- Difficulty peeing (for example, a weak flow or having to strain to start peeing).
- Needing to pee more often than usual, especially at night.
- Feeling like you have not completely emptied your bladder after peeing.
- An urgent need to pee.
- Blood in the pee or semen.
- Rarely, pain when peeing or ejaculating.
These symptoms are usually caused by non-cancerous changes in the prostate rather than by cancer. However, if you have any of these symptoms make an appointment with your GP.
Information and Support
If you would like more information about diagnosis and support, please click on the following links.
Related Stories and Media
Macmillan has launched the Talking Cancer podcast to be right there with the growing number of people living with and affected by cancer.
In episode 3, Errol talks about his Prostate diagnosis and about how he’s now made it his life’s work to educate men about prostate cancer.
Become a Cancer Champion
Cancer Champions raise awareness of the signs and symptoms of cancer, promote national screening programmes and encourage early detection.
Take part in a free Cancer Champion training session and help up raise awareness this Prostate Cancer Awareness Month.
For more information and to register your place, click here.
