Macmillan warns of most common male cancer this awareness month Prostate cancer is the most common cause of cancer in men with 114 men diagnosed everyday in the UK1. That’s why this March, Macmillan Cancer Support are trying to raise awareness about the signs and symptoms to look out for. The most common symptoms of prostate cancer include having to rush to the toilet to pass urine, difficulty in passing urine and passing urine more often than usual, especially at night. However, most men with early prostate cancer are unlikely to have any symptoms, for some men the first noticeable symptoms are from prostate cancer which has spread to their bones causing pain in the back, hips or pelvis. These symptoms could be caused by other problems such as general aches and pains or arthritis, but it is still a good idea to get them checked out by a GP. Jackie Askew, Macmillan Urology Oncology Nurse Specialist at Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust says, “Prostate cancer is the second most common cause of cancer death in men in the UK. However, survival rates are improving, and as with all types of cancer early diagnosis and treatment will ensure the best outcomes. We would urge anyone exhibiting symptoms to go and get checked by their doctor, most enlargements of the prostate are not cancer but it is always best to be safe.” Cancer is the toughest fight many people will ever face, and the feelings of isolation and loneliness that so many people experience make it even harder. But you don’t have to go through it alone. If you have questions about cancer, visit macmillan.org.uk or call Macmillan free on 0808 808 00 00.
Posted on: Fri, 14 Mar 2014 13:08:16 +0000
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