When we talk about men’s health and modern lifestyle, the most commonly mentioned organ that suffers is the prostate.

The prostate is part of the male reproductive system and is located just below the bladder. This organ is where part of the urinary tract passes after leaving the bladder. The prostate has various functions, the most important of which is to produce part of the seminal fluid. The prostate also has an endocrine function, which means that it also secretes hormones. The prostate is a complex organ that requires attention, and if you experience problems, you should not ignore them, but should go for an examination by a urologist. The problem can be quickly and easily solved, but often it can be a serious disease such as prostatitis, benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), and even prostate cancer.

Each of these diseases is extremely dangerous for every man and requires special medical attention, without delay!

What are the risk factors for prostate disease?
Research shows that genetic factors in the family, hormones, diet, smoking and alcohol consumption can significantly increase the risk of developing prostate disease.

Prostate diseases
Prostatitis
Prostatitis is an inflammation of the prostate and is most often associated with a certain bacteria. Common symptoms include: painful or difficult urination and chronic pain in the groin, pelvic area or genitals. If not treated in time, prostatitis can cause serious problems and is usually observed in sexually active men. Treatment is determined by a urologist according to the type and severity of the inflammation.

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
This is a disease characteristic of men after the age of 40 when the prostate begins to gradually grow. In particular, the inner part of the prostate can enlarge, and the prostate gland, which is usually the size of a chestnut, can reach the size of an apple or even an orange. This condition is called benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Common symptoms include: pain and inability to urinate. The first step in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia is of course a visit to a urologist for an accurate diagnosis, followed by treatment.

Prostate cancer
This is the disease that sounds the scariest when talking about men’s health. In fact, prostate cancer is an uncontrolled growth of cells in the prostate gland. Common symptoms are: inability to urinate, bloody urine, etc. The danger of these cells breaking through the capsule that surrounds the prostate is great and this very condition can become dangerous, even for the life of the man himself! Prostate cancer, unlike benign enlargement of the prostate gland, does not arise from the center of the prostate, but from the region close to the capsule, away from the center. Although prostate cancer has a slow progression, it still needs to be monitored closely and reacted in a timely manner.

Regular check-ups are key, at least once a year if you have no symptoms or immediately if you experience any pain, problems with urination, etc. In addition to the urological examination, it is necessary to have a PSA test, as well as a PHI index test.

This test is done through a blood test and measures the amount of prostate-specific antigen.

Why has this organ been under attack in the last few decades and what can we do to prevent it?
A fast-paced lifestyle, daily overload with obligations and an irregular lifestyle have a huge impact, because they impair the functioning of the entire organism, including the prostate itself. Therefore, the recommendations are simple. Maintain a normal body weight by eating a healthy diet and practicing regular physical activity. In particular, obesity and overweight are causes of prostate diseases. Research has shown that genetic factors from the family, hormones, diet, smoking and alcohol consumption can increase the risk of developing prostate diseases. Since familial risks are the most important, regular annual monitoring is recommended for all men over the age of 50, especially those with a family history of prostate cancer, in terms of the risk of prostate cancer.