Name a risk to the male body involving prostate gland?

Prostate cancer is a risk to the male body involving the prostate gland. It is the most common cancer among men, after skin cancer. Prostate cancer occurs when cells in the prostate gland begin to grow out of control. The prostate gland is a small, walnut-sized gland that sits just below the bladder in men. It produces semen, the fluid that carries sperm during ejaculation.

Prostate cancer is typically slow-growing, and many men with prostate cancer do not experience any symptoms. However, in some cases, prostate cancer can cause symptoms such as:

* Difficulty urinating

* Painful urination

* Blood in the urine

* Erectile dysfunction

* Pain in the lower back, hips, or pelvis

Prostate cancer is diagnosed with a blood test called a prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test and a digital rectal exam (DRE). A biopsy of the prostate gland may also be necessary to confirm a diagnosis of prostate cancer.

Treatment for prostate cancer depends on the stage of the cancer and the patient's overall health. Treatment options may include surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, hormone therapy, and immunotherapy.

Prostate cancer is a serious disease, but it is often curable if it is caught early. Men should talk to their doctor about prostate cancer screening starting at age 50 (or earlier if they have a family history of prostate cancer).