India, July 15 -- Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting men. However, in its early stages, it often develops silently without any noticeable warning signs.

In an interaction with HT Lifestyle, urologist Dr Sashiraj Singh explained that because the prostate gland sits directly beneath the bladder and surrounds the urethra (the tube that carries urine out of the body), most physical symptoms only appear once a tumour grows large enough to alter these surrounding structures.

He went on to elaborate on how to recognise early symptoms and when to consider seeking medical care.

"As a prostate tumour alters the surrounding anatomy, it typically disrupts normal urinary and reproductive functions," stated Dr Singh. The mos...