Urology awareness month aims to improve knowledge around the types of cancers and other diseases that affect the bladder, kidneys, prostate and the male reproductive system.
In this short article we discuss prostate cancer, which is now the most common cause of cancer in England (having previously been breast cancer).
The Prostate
The prostate is part of the male reproductive system and is located just below the bladder, deep inside the groin. The prostate is important for reproduction as it supplies seminal fluid that mixes with the sperm and helps it travel and survive.
Prostate Cancer
In 2018, 49,029 cases of prostate cancer were diagnosed, making it the most common cancer in England.
Prostate cancer develops when cells in the prostate start to grow in an uncontrolled way. In cases where these are slow growing, treatment may not be needed. However, some prostate cancers grow quickly and treatment is needed.
In the UK 1 in 8 men are affected by prostate cancer, with the risk increasing with age.
Symptoms of Prostate Cancer
There are unlikely to be any symptoms during the early stages of prostate cancer, however as it progresses, symptoms can include:
Negligence claim arising from Prostate Cancer
A claim for medical negligence following a prostate cancer diagnosis may arise from a number a reasons:
If you think that you or a loved one may have a claim, you can contact our Norwich medical negligence legal team for confidential advice. Contact Simon Bransby via [email protected] or 01603 214 220.
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