Any prostate disorder is cause for concern, and each one will
affect your life in different ways.
Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer is the number two killer of men in the United
States. Because it is slow-growing, you may have no symptoms for
years. By the time symptoms do appear, the disease may have spread
beyond the prostate. Learn more aboutÂ
prostate cancer.
You May Be at Risk
We encourage men in these groups to have an annual prostate
exam.
- All men over the age of 50
- Men over 40 with a family history of prostate cancer
- African-American men over the age of 40
Noncancerous Conditions
These are not life-threatening, but may cause discomfort. They
are often treated with medication or surgery. The most common
noncancerous prostate problems are:
Make an Appointment
The first step to early detection is to schedule an examination.
To make an appointment at the Midwest Prostate Center, call:
- 913-588-1227
- Toll free 800-332-6048