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Prostate Cancer Symptoms

Prostate Cancer Symptoms You Need to Know

By Lisa Fayed, About.com

Updated: September 11, 2006

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Symptoms of Prostate Cancer

Prostate cancer symptoms do not usually appear until the disease has spread. However, there are symptoms of prostate cancer to watch out for, especially problems with urination. As prostate cancer advances, it constricts the urethra causing difficulties in urination. Difficulties with urination are a common prostate cancer symptom.

Prostate Cancer Symptoms
  • burning or pain during urination
  • inability to urinate
  • frequent nocturnal urination
  • weak urine stream
  • blood in urine
  • pelvic pain
  • back pain
  • pain in hips
  • weight loss


Please note that these prostate cancer symptoms are also symptoms for many other illnesses. Please consult your physican if you have a concern.

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