Prostate cancer

Prostate cancer is cancer of the prostate gland. Find out about who gets prostate cancer and how common it is. 

Prostate cancer doesn't usually cause any symptoms in the early stages. 

You have a number of tests to check for prostate cancer. These may include a digital rectal examination, a PSA blood test, scans and a biopsy. 

You usually start by seeing your GP. They ask about your symptoms and examine you. Your GP then decides whether to refer you to a specialist.

Survival for prostate cancer is generally good, particularly if you are diagnosed early. 

Your treatment depends on a number of factors including how big the cancer is, whether it has spread anywhere else in your body and how well you are.

Get information about how doctors stage prostate cancer, the Gleason score and the Cambridge Prognostic Group (CPG).

Metastatic prostate cancer means that a cancer that began in the prostate has spread to another part of the body.

Find out about the latest UK research, clinical trials and how you can take part.

Get practical and emotional support to help you cope with a diagnosis of prostate cancer, and life during and after treatment.

Your risk of developing prostate cancer depends on many things including age and ethnicity.