About prostate cancer
Information about prostate cancer, signs and symptoms, risk and incidence.
Prostate information
On these pages you can read reliable and up-to-date information about prostate cancer and prostate problems. You can also download or order any of our publications for more detail. If you have questions or want to talk, our Specialist Nurses are here for you.
We have added new information about coronavirus (COVID-19) and prostate cancer which aims to answer some of the questions you may have at this time.
Who is at risk?
One in eight men in the UK will get prostate cancer. Age, ethnicity and family history are also factors.
Tests
Find out about tests and test results for prostate cancer and prostate problems.
Just diagnosed
Read about the different types of prostate cancer and what your diagnosis means.
Treatments
Read about treatments for prostate cancer, with more information about how to choose.
Living with cancer
Dealing with side effects of prostate cancer, practical tips and how to manage.
Advanced cancer
Living with advanced prostate cancer, managing symptoms, getting support and planning ahead.
Our publications
Order printed publications or read them online. All our publications are free of charge.
Partners and families
When you’re close to someone with prostate cancer, the diagnosis can affect you just as much as them.
Further help
Other prostate problems, information in different formats and languages, personal stories and further support.
‘How to manage’ guides
Our interactive online guides can help you take control of symptoms and side effects.