9 Prostate Cancer Warning Signs

Knowing what to look for isn’t always easy, so below are some common signs or symptoms that may indicate a problem with the prostate. Not all of them are one hundred percent indicative of cancer. However, all warrant a visit to the doctor. Pain While Urinating or Ejaculating – Though there can be other causes of urinary or ejaculatory pain, from a UTI to an STD, to prostatitis, prostate cancer is one of them.

When a tumor affecting the prostate gland causes it to swell, it can set off a variety of symptoms, including pain during or immediately following urination or ejaculation. Blood in the urine or semen, whether or not there is the presence of pain, can also be a prostate cancer sign. Problems with Urination – Beyond pain, prostate cancer can also manifest as a troubling set of issues with a man’s urinary function. Some men describe this sensation as a lack of urinary control.

September 26, 2025 | 1:35 am