Prostate cancer is a type of cancer that mostly affects older men. After skin cancer, prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men.
Many men have questions about prostate cancer screening (testing). Even though prostate cancer is common, screening for it isn’t recommended. The information below can help you start a conversation about prostate cancer with your doctor or nurse.
The male prostate is a small sex gland that makes fluid to carry sperm. It’s located below the bladder and in front of the rectum.
Risk factors for prostate cancer include:
Screening for prostate cancer isn’t recommended because the risks of screening and treatment outweigh the benefits.
Here are some questions you may want to ask your doctor or nurse:
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