One in nine American men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer. In American men, one of the most common types of cancer is prostate cancer, especially among African-American and older men. Prostate cancer happens when cells in the prostate gland start to grow uncontrollably. The prostate is a gland found only in men, which makes fluid in semen to transport sperm.

In the early stage prostate cancer does not show any symptoms or signs but it does once it advances. It may cause symptoms such as, blood in semen, erectile dysfunction, decreased force in the stream of urine, and discomfort in pelvic area. Although the causes are not yet known, some of the factors are race/ethnicity, age, family history, smoking, and obesity.

Due to not knowing the real causes of prostate cancer, prevention is vital. Prevent by choosing a healthy nutritious diet, maintaining a healthy weight, and exercising. For early detection a blood test can help. If found with prostate cancer some of the treatments you may use are hormone therapy, radiation, chemotherapy, and biological therapy. When dealing with cancer a second opinion is vital to help decide on the right treatments. Visit SecondOpinions.com to receive a Second Opinion that will help you choose the right treatment path for you.