It is also worth checking with a doctor if you “have difficulty starting or stopping urination”. Also tell your doctor if you have “poor urine flow, dribbling or cessation of urine flow”. In addition, seek medical advice if urination is painful or leaves a “burning” sensation. Other possible signs of prostate cancer may include:

Difficulty in erection Reducing the amount of fluid ejaculated Painful ejaculation Blood in urine or semen Pressure or pain in the rectum Pain or stiffness in the lower back, hips, pelvis or thighs.

READ MORE: Diabetes: The 30p fruit that causes a “very significant” reduction in blood sugar levels 1629763 Acute prostatitis The pain may be severe in or around the penis, testicles, anus, lower abdomen or lower back. The release of number two could also be painful, as can urination, which may or may not have blood. “See a doctor right away if you have these symptoms to find out the cause,” the NHS advises. Acute prostatitis can be treated with painkillers and up to four weeks of antibiotics. What causes acute prostatitis? The NHS explained: “Acute prostatitis is usually caused when bacteria in the urinary tract enter the prostate.” Growing prostate Common in men over the age of 50, an enlarged prostate can cause symptoms similar to those of prostate cancer. The condition, however, is not cancerous and lifestyle recommendations may be recommended to relieve symptoms, such as:

Drinking less alcohol, caffeine and carbonated beverages Limit the intake of artificial sweeteners Exercise regularly Drinking less at night.

Medication may be prescribed to reduce the size of the prostate and relax the bladder.