- Early signs of prostate cancer may include difficulty urinating, decreased force in the stream and trouble starting and stopping the stream.
- If the cancer is in or around the area of the prostate, symptoms include blood in the urine and semen, painful ejaculation, difficulty having an erection and pain or burning during urination. Signs that the cancer has spread to lymph nodes in the pelvic region include discomfort in the pelvic area and swelling in the legs.
- Symptoms that indicate the cancer has spread to the bones include bone pain that doesn't subside, bone fractures and compression of the spine.
- Urinary problems typically associated with early stages of prostate cancer are much more likely to be signs of a benign condition such as an enlarged prostate or a prostate infection.
- The early signs of prostate cancer are also common symptoms of other conditions and diseases. Men with these symptoms should undergo screening to determine the cause of the symptoms.









