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Prostate - The function of the prostate

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What can go wrong with the prostate?
No one can say with any certainty what causes cancerous cells to grow.

The function of the prostate
The prostate gland plays a very important role in the reproductive process.

How would you know if things went wrong with your prostate?
These are the symptoms that should alert you to the fact that you may have an enlarged prostate or prostate cancer. If you experience any of the following symptoms, you should consult your doctor immediately.

The prostate, hormones and fertility
Many men fear the consequences of treatment for prostate cancer almost more than they fear the cancer itself.

Visit preparation (prostate cancer)
No specific preparation is needed for the first visit. The health professional will take a detailed medical history and perform a physical examination.

Visit preparation for doctor's consultation (Enlarged prostate)
The health professional will usually require a urine sample and may ask you to pass urine into a machine to measure the flow rate. The physical examination should include a digital rectal examination of the prostate gland.

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