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Signs & Symptoms of a Swollen Prostate

Most men have to endure a swollen or enlarged prostate at some point in their lives. It is estimated that 90 percent of all men face this issue at one time or another. A swollen prostate is often associated with cancer of the prostate, but that perception is not usually accurate. In most cases, a swollen prostate is not cancerous. Instead, it is a normal part of getting older for most men.

  1. Urination Problems

    • The most likely symptoms for most men with prostate issues are problems with urination. One of those problems is slow urination. A man will attempt to urinate and will find that he does not have a steady flow of urine, and that a bodily function that once took 30 to 45 seconds takes three or four times as long.

    Erection Difficulties

    • Many men with a swollen prostate may be unable to maintain or achieve an erection. This is clearly an issue of vital importance to most men and one that would bring about an immediate trip to the physician.

    Blood in Urine or Semen

    • This symptom is not as frequent as urination or erection difficulties, but a swollen prostate can lead to the appearance of blood in urine or semen. Although a swollen prostate does not always mean that an individual has cancer of the prostate, this symptom often results in that diagnosis.

    Back Pain

    • Back pain, particularly in the lower back area and sometimes in the upper thigh area, will happen in about 20 to 25 percent of those who are suffering with a swollen prostate.

    Considerations

    • The issue of prostate problems was one that most men were willing to hide many years ago. Embarrassment was the key factor when facing this issue, and men were hesitant to tell anyone and often would not even go to the doctor until months had gone by. This has changed; the medical community has reached out to those suffering from this issue and has made men--and their significant others--aware of the issue. As a result, more individuals are seeking early treatment for this problem.

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