When prostate cancer is detected and confined to the prostate gland, radical prostatectomy, the surgical removal of the prostate is one of the most effective treatment options available. File image used for representational purposes only | Photo Credit: AFP Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting men worldwide, yet it remains one of the least talked about. Far too many men feel uncomfortable discussing prostate health and that silence can cost lives. The most critical fact every man should know is that in its early stages, prostate cancer often causes no noticeable symptoms at all. This is precisely why awareness and regular screening are not just recommended, they can be lifesaving. As men age, the risk of prostate-related problems rises significantly. Men above 50 are at a higher baseline risk, while those with a family history of prostate cancer face an even greater likelihood of developing the disease. Awareness of these risk factors is the first step toward taking proactive action. Published – April 21, 2026 04:12 pm IST Share this: Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window) WhatsApp Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Click to share on Threads (Opens in new window) Threads Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Click to share on Telegram (Opens in new window) Telegram Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) LinkedIn Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email More Click to print (Opens in new window) Print Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Reddit Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr Click to share on Pocket (Opens in new window) Pocket Click to share on Mastodon (Opens in new window) Mastodon Click to share on Nextdoor (Opens in new window) Nextdoor Click to share on Bluesky (Opens in new window) Bluesky Like this:Like Loading... Post navigation CSK suffers setback as Ayush Mhatre ruled out of IPL 2026 Sabarimala gold case: SIT speeds up inquiry in Dwarapalaka sculptures ‘refurbishment’