I am 19 years old and have discovered a strong history of prostate cancer in my family and i w as wondering what the syptoms of prostate cancer are?
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Q: What are the symptoms of prostate cancer?
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3/29/10 8:10am
At age 19 I can reassure you that you do not have prostate cancer. Prostate cancer does not usually present with any symptoms unless it is very advanced disease. With a strong family history, I recommend yearly screenings with a digital rectal examination and a PSA beginning at age 40.
10/31/09 8:16pm
Most of the time there are no symptoms. But with you being 19 i would not think
you would have prostate cancer. They usually start checking PSA levels at 40.
You might want to start checking yours in your 30#s, just for your peace of mind.
Hope this helps you. Don*t worry enjoy your life for now.
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