Many men start thinking about prostate cancer — and their risk for it — as they age. Our team at Family Urology Associates, led by board-certified urologist Mohammed Haseebuddin, MD, has good news: Knowing the early signs of prostate cancer could save your life, and we're here to help you know what to look out for.
Dr. Haseeb — one of Newsweek’s “America’s Best Prostate Cancer Surgeons” — and our team provide comprehensive prostate cancer diagnostic and treatment options. Our Frederick, Maryland, practice guarantees that patients with urgent concerns are seen within 48 hours, a commitment that sets us apart.
Here’s how you can detect prostate cancer early and why it’s so important.
Often, there aren't any early warning signs of prostate cancer. To complicate matters, some of its early signs can mimic noncancerous conditions, such as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), kidney stones, and urinary tract infections (UTIs).
Some of those signs include:
As mentioned above, these signs might not appear until prostate cancer progresses. That's where screening comes in.
Recent statistics show that before prostate cancer screenings became routine, about 32% of new prostate cancer cases were diagnosed at the advanced stage. Today, that’s down to 9%.
The earlier the diagnosis, the better Dr. Haseeb can treat your prostate cancer and prevent its recurrence. Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) tests measure PSA levels to detect abnormalities. Your test results may indicate a need for further testing, such as a prostate MRI or a biopsy.
Dr. Haseeb typically recommends starting prostate cancer screening around age 40-50, based on your risk level. Your health history, family history, and other individual factors can influence the right time to start testing and how often you test.
At Family Urology Associates, we offer personalized care for men facing prostate cancer. Dr. Haseeb brings advanced skills and provides care tailored to your needs, from active surveillance to radiation therapy to robotic-assisted prostatectomy.
If you’re concerned about prostate cancer, early action is essential. Call Family Urology Associates at 301-606-0551 to book your appointment.
