Prostate cancer symptoms that mimic common age-related problems: Doctor shares warning signs
Times of India • • health
Key Points:
- Prostate cancer is the third most common cancer among men in India, often developing silently with few early symptoms, leading to late diagnoses in many cases.
- Early symptoms such as frequent urination, weak urine stream, or blood in urine or semen are often mistaken for normal aging or benign prostate conditions, causing delays in seeking medical advice.
- Awareness and discussion about prostate cancer remain low in India due to cultural stigma and lack of knowledge, contributing to late-stage detection, with about 43% of cases diagnosed at metastatic stages.
- Experts recommend men over 50 (or earlier with family history) undergo regular screenings including PSA tests and digital rectal exams, and to consult doctors promptly if symptoms like blood in urine, unexplained weight loss, or
