Among the various types of cancer, prostate cancer that affects the male population accounts for about 20% of cases. Fortunately and thanks to the extraordinary commitment of our researchers, it is also one of those cancers with the lowest mortal risk. Obviously, always taking into account the importance of prevention and constant analysis. In fact, according to real Italian data, in 9 cases out of 10, the affected person continues to live his life peacefully after the removal operation. Usually this type of cancer affects men after the age of 50, however, finding its greater range in the over 60s. Unfortunately, often this cancer does not manifest itself clearly especially in old age, but here is the unusual warning light that should worry us and denotes prostate cancer.
How important can heredity be
Keeping the prostate healthy with the help of nutrition is essential, but heredity can be crucial for this type of cancer. In fact, according to medical statistics, in cases where there is a case of prostate cancer in the family, the percentage of inheritance increases compared to those who have none. Obviously we are talking about direct inheritance from father to son, or in any case directly linked, as it could be that of a brother.
Here is the unusual warning light that should worry us and denotes prostate cancer
Once again we focus on the importance of a balanced lifestyle, essential for the prevention of this type of cancer as well. Therefore, a diet rich in fruit and vegetables, a perfect or almost perfect weight and constant physical activity are very important jokers for our health. Unfortunately, prostate cancer is asymptomatic in its early stage. We realize that we have it either during the urological visit, or with the blood sampling and the PSA test.
The symptoms that need to worry us about the health of our prostate usually involve peeing. Struggling to do it despite the stimulus, or going to the bathroom too often are two common manifestations and not to be underestimated. Especially if you combine it with aches and pains. But it can also happen, more unusual, but even more worrying, to find blood in the seminal fluid. In this case, despite the understandable sense of modesty, we do not hesitate to contact our doctor.
What to do to prevent prostate cancer
As doctors and researchers always argue, there is no real prevention capable of guaranteeing immunity from prostate cancer. On the other hand, there are certainly good habits that allow our body to raise its defenses. Let’s remember the usual rules of physical activity, a balanced diet, the reduction of red meat, cold cuts and fried foods. Also beware of the abuse of ready-to-eat, pre-cooked foods rich in saturated fats. And finally, the question may also arise spontaneously: at what age should we start taking supplements for the prostate?
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(We remind you to carefully read the warnings regarding this article, which can be consulted WHO”)