The prostate is an organ located under the bladder, where semen is produced and prevents urinary incontinence. Prostate enlargement, infections and cancers are the most common reasons for applying to outpatient clinics. If there is a family history of prostate cancer, it is recommended to go for a check-up at the urology clinic once a year after the age of 40, or after the age of 50 if there is no such problem in the family history. Prostate cancers may not cause complaints, but complaints are expected more in cases of growth and infection. PSA is the blood hormone value used in the diagnosis and follow-up of prostate diseases. Increased PSA may also be seen in cases of prostate hypertrophy, which is called enlargement, and infections. In PSA follow-up, biopsy may be necessary depending on the free and total PSA values individually and their relationships with each other. To prevent unnecessary biopsies, multiparametric MRI and urine genetic analyzes can be performed. Using antibiotics before biopsy in cases of high PSA is another method to prevent unnecessary biopsies. PSA levels that do not decrease after antibiotics and auxiliary medical treatments often require biopsy. Prostate infections are in chronic and acute forms; There may be long lasting and sudden onset, severe conditions. Enlargement of the prostate does not mean cancer. Its growth may cause urination disorders. It can be treated with medical and surgical treatments. Surgical treatments can be open or endoscopic (closed) methods. Sexual dysfunctions are not observed after operations performed due to prostate enlargement. There is a risk of sexual dysfunction after cancer operations. After prostate operations, semen output is often not observed at the end of sexual intercourse. Chemotherapy, radiotherapy and surgery can be applied in the treatment of patients with prostate cancer.
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