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Testing & DiagnosisWhat Causes Prostate Inflammation and How Is It Diagnosed?Stinging when passing urine, pelvic discomfort, needing the toilet more often, or pain that comes and goes can be easy to dismiss. These symptoms are common, but they are still worth checking. One possible cause is prostatitis, which means inflammation of the prostate. Prostate inflammation is not the same as prostate cancer. It may be…Read article
Testing & DiagnosisWhat Happens If Prostate Conditions Are Left Untreated?Prostate symptoms are easy to put off, especially when they feel mild. A slower stream, more trips to the bathroom at night or a feeling that the bladder has not emptied properly can seem like part of getting older. Sometimes the cause is simple. Sometimes it needs closer attention. The prostate sits below the bladder…Read article
Testing & DiagnosisUnderstanding the Difference Between BPH, Prostatitis and Prostate CancerProstate symptoms can be unsettling, especially because several prostate conditions can cause similar changes. Needing to pass urine more often, getting up at night, discomfort, a weaker flow or pain when passing urine can all make you wonder what is going on. The good news is that many prostate symptoms are caused by non-cancerous conditions….Read article
Testing & DiagnosisThe Link Between Family History and Prostate Health RisksA family history of prostate cancer can raise questions. You may wonder what it means for you, whether you should be checked earlier, or whether cancer is something you can inherit. The reassuring point is this: having prostate cancer in the family does not mean you will definitely develop it. It simply gives you and…Read article
Testing & DiagnosisEarly Warning Signs of Prostate Issues Men Often IgnoreChanges in urination, pelvic discomfort or a raised PSA result can be put down to age, stress or a passing infection. In many cases, symptoms are linked to common non-cancerous prostate conditions. Even so, they should still be checked. Prostate cancer often causes no symptoms in its early stages, so it helps to know your…Read article
Testing & DiagnosisHow Prostate Size Affects Treatment Options and Surgical OutcomesAn enlarged prostate is common as men get older, but size alone does not tell the whole story. A larger prostate may cause urinary symptoms, make some procedures more suitable than others, or influence surgical planning. Equally, some men with a significantly enlarged prostate have few symptoms, while others with a smaller prostate can feel…Read article
Testing & DiagnosisAt What Age Should You Start Checking Your ProstateIf you are wondering about the right prostate check age, there is no single answer for everyone. For most men, the conversation starts around 50. But if you have symptoms, a family history of prostate cancer, or you are a black man, it often makes sense to start earlier. At Santis Health, we see many…Read article
TreatmentWhat Makes a Prostate Surgery Centre Truly SpecialisedWhen you are choosing where to have prostate cancer treatment, the word specialised gets used a lot. But in prostate surgery, it should mean something very specific. A truly specialised centre is not simply a hospital that offers prostate operations. It is a centre built around prostate cancer care, with the right surgeon, the right…Read article
Testing & DiagnosisPrivate Prostate Surgery: Benefits Compared to Public Healthcare OptionsA prostate cancer decision can bring a lot of waiting, for answers, for appointments, for a clear plan. Private prostate surgery can offer a more predictable timeline, more choice in who treats you, and a more continuous experience from first consultation to follow-up. What Is Private Prostate Surgery in the UK? Private prostate surgery in…Read article
TreatmentUnderstanding Surgical Precision in Prostate Cancer TreatmentIn prostate cancer treatment, surgical precision means operating confidently in an anatomically busy space without accepting unnecessary trade-offs. The prostate sits close to the urinary sphincter and the nerves that influence erections, so millimetres matter. That is why we plan carefully and focus on protecting function wherever it is safe, as part of our wider…Read article
TreatmentChoosing the Right Surgeon for Prostate Surgery: What Really MattersIf you’re considering prostate surgery, it’s natural to focus on the procedure itself. But outcomes often hinge on something more basic: who performs the operation, and how the whole team supports you before and after it. This guide breaks down what to look for, what to ask, and what genuinely makes a difference when you’re…Read article
TreatmentIs Minimally Invasive Prostate Surgery Worth It?Hearing that you may need prostate cancer surgery can bring a lot of questions at once, including whether a minimally invasive approach is truly better or simply newer. For many men, keyhole and robot-assisted techniques can support a smoother early recovery. What matters most is that surgery is right for your cancer, and that your…Read article
