Warning Signs

Although there are warning signs for prostate cancer, they are not usually present during when the disease first develops. Because of this, it is critically important for men at risk because of age, family history or lifestyle factors such as diet or obesity to be tested regularly. Warning signs include:

• Need to urinate frequently, especially at night
• Difficult to start urinating
• Weak or interrupted urine flow
• Pain or burning when urinating
• Difficulty having an erection
• Painful ejaculation
• Blood in urine or semen
• Pain or stiffness in lower back, hips or upper thighs