What are the symptoms of prostate cancer?
Patient: Hi.  I am writing concerning a friend.  He was diagnosed with an enlarged prostate some time ago.  He now has chronic pain in his tail bone area, lower bak, and hips.  He has been running a low grade emperture for a few weeks with some pain in his uper left shoulder area.  He has been on several rounds of antibiotics including z-packs and nothing has helped.  Are these signs of prostate cancer and if so, how advanced could it be?  He refuses to have any real tests done. Doctor: Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.Symptoms of prostate cancer varies according to stage. In very early stage no any specific symptoms are seen. Fever and weight loss can be there. Later on difficulty in urination, bleeding from urethra can be seen. Back pain may occur due to bone metastasis. He should go for prostatic biopsy. It will give you exact idea. MRI of spine is also necessary to search metastasis or other cause. Consult your doctor and take treatment accordingly.Hope I have answered your question, if you have any doubts then contact me at bit.ly/Drsanghvihardik, I will be happy to answer you.Thanks for using health care magic.Wish you a very good health.