Prostate cancer may not cause any symptoms in its early stages, but more advanced prostate cancer can cause a variety of symptoms. The severity of symptoms may depend on where the cancer is located in the prostate and how advanced it has become. Here are some of the most common signs and symptoms of prostate cancer:

• Urinary symptoms: A need to urinate frequently, especially at night, difficulty starting urination or holding back urine, a weak or interrupted flow of urine, painful or burning urination, and blood in the urine.

• Erectile and ejaculatory symptoms: Difficulty achieving or maintaining an erection, painful ejaculation, blood in the semen, and decreased volume of ejaculation.

• Pain: Pain in the back, hips, thighs, shoulders, or other bones, swelling or fluid buildup in the legs or feet, and unexplained weight loss.

Its important to note that these symptoms may be caused by conditions other than prostate cancer, and not all men with prostate cancer will experience symptoms. If you have any persistent signs or symptoms that worry you, make an appointment with your doctor.