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Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer is a cancer located in your prostate gland. The prostate gland is only found in males.
1 in 8 men in the US are diagnosed with prostate cancer.
The most common cancer in men.
The risk of getting this cancer can vary based on age, race/ethnicity, and other factors such as smoking or family history.
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The risk for prostate cancer is higher for men who are African American.
Signs and Symptoms
Early Stage Detection:
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Problems urinating
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Blood in urine or semen
More Advanced Stages:
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Feeling Overly Tired
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Weight loss
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Weakness or feeling numb in the legs or feet
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Loss of Bladder or bowel control
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Pain in the hips, back, or chest (ribs)
*information from American Cancer Society
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