Anil Reddy Anil Reddy Asked 5 months ago

What percentage of men get prostate cancer?

My doctor has been advising me to get regular prostate check-ups as I'm getting older. I know it's a common issue for older men, but I'm curious. What percentage of men actually end up getting prostate cancer?

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Rajesh Kumar Rajesh Kumar Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago
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Oh, another thing to worry about as I get older! Haha. But seriously, I hear it's quite common for older men. It's like, first hair loss, then joint pains, and then this. What's next, a subscription to a 'man-maintenance' kit? Anyway, doctors usually recommend regular checkups for us older guys.

Vikram Rathore Vikram Rathore Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago

It's a pretty significant percentage as men age, especially after 50. While staying fit and having a good diet helps overall health, regular screening is crucial for this. Don't skip your annual check-ups, especially for prostate health. Prevention is key.

Pooja Singh Pooja Singh Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago

From what I've heard, it's one of the most common cancers for men, especially when they get older. My uncle recently went through treatment for it. The main thing is to get regular screenings, because early detection makes a huge difference. Don't ignore it.

Amit Sharma Amit Sharma Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

Gosh, another thing to add to the 'things that can go wrong with men' list! But on a serious note, it's quite common for older gentlemen. So, for all the dads and granddads, regular check-ups are like your body's annual service, don't miss it!

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Aryan Patel Aryan Patel Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago

This sounds serious. Is it something that starts very silently? And at what age do men usually start getting screened for prostate cancer? Just trying to understand more about it.

Kamla Devi Kamla Devi Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago

Oh, I know a few older men in our village who had this. My husband's friend was diagnosed, and the doctor said it's quite common in older age. Home remedies don't work for this kind of thing, so it's very important to see the doctor for proper check-ups, especially for men over 50. Don't delay.

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