Dr. Bhuwan Kumar

What is Prostate Cancer? Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers in men, particularly after the age of 50. The prostate is a small gland located below the urinary bladder that produces a part of the semen. Prostate cancer occurs when cells in this gland begin to grow uncontrollably. In its early stages, prostate cancer often causes no symptoms, making regular screening extremely important. As the disease progresses, some men may experience frequent urination, difficulty passing urine, a weak urine stream, blood in the urine or semen, or bone pain in advanced cases. These symptoms can also occur due to benign prostate enlargement, so a proper evaluation by a urologist is essential. Risk factors include increasing age, a family history of prostate cancer, obesity, and certain inherited genetic mutations. Diagnosis usually involves a PSA (Prostate-Specific Antigen) blood test, Digital Rectal Examination (DRE), multiparametric MRI, and, when required, a prostate biopsy. The good news is that prostate cancer is highly treatable when detected early. Treatment depends on the stage and aggressiveness of the disease and may include active surveillance, robotic surgery, radiation therapy, hormone therapy, or other advanced treatments. Robotic surgery offers excellent precision and faster recovery for suitable patients. Men above 50 years, or above 45 years with a family history of prostate cancer, should discuss PSA screening with their urologist. Early diag Jul 11, 2026 Call now