Prostate CancerWhat is prostate cancer?Prostate cancer affects the tissue of the prostate, a gland of the male reproductive system that is located below the bladder and in front of the rectum. Cancer cells growing in the prostate do not destroy this gland, but rather form masses of abnormal cells also known as a tumor. Typically, prostate cancer reaches a detectable size over a long period of time and takes an even longer time to metastasize. When prostate cancer metastasizes (spreads), it typically affects the lungs, liver, and brain. Prostate cancer is typically diagnosed in older males and is the second most common form of cancer (second to skin cancer) affecting men. What different types of prostate cancer are there? Acinar adenocarcinoma begins in the cells of the prostate gland. Many of these tumors grow very slowly and are unlikely to spread. More than 90% of prostate cancers are classified as acinar adenocarcinoma; these include atrophic, foamy, colloidal, and signet ring carcinomas. Ductal adenocarcinoma begins in the cells lining the ducts (tubes) of the prostate gland. This form of prostate cancer grows and spreads more rapidly than acinar adenocarcinoma. Transient cell cancer begins in the cells that line the tube that carries urine: the urethra. The urethra passes through the prostate to carry urine from the bladder to the outside of the body. Most commonly, this type of cancer can start in the bladder and spread to the prostate. What are some symptoms of prostate cancer? Not everyone will have or show signs of prostate cancer. Many cases are first detected during a doctor's visit. However, some men will experience urinary or sexual dysfunction which may indicate the presence of prostate c...... middle of paper ......lots of red meat and high-fat dairy products have a slightly higher risk of cancer to the prostate. Reducing your consumption of these foods may reduce your risk of prostate cancer. Taking medicine to treat a precancerous condition or to prevent cancer from occurring. Famous people with prostate cancer: Colin Powell, former Secretary of State Rudy Giuliani, former New York Mayor Nelson Mandela, former African President http://www.everydayhealth.com/prostate-cancer-pictures/famous-men-who -battled-prostate-cancer.aspx#/slide-2 Prostate Cancer Survivor: Created by: Mikayla D. Williams Peer Reviewed by: --Websites:- http://www.pcf.org/site/c. leJRIROrEpH/b.5802023/k.B322/About_the_Prostate.htm- http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/types/prostate- http ://www.webmd.com/prostate-cancer/guide/prostate-cancer- overview-facts