Prostate problems are common in older men, particularly those aged 50 and older. A man may have prostate problems for a number of reasons, including an infection of the prostate, a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate, or prostate cancer.
Prostate cancer risk increases with age; about 70 percent of all cases of the disease are diagnosed in men age 65 and older. It is the second most common cancer in men.
Prostate problems often are discovered by men themselves. The signs of prostate problems include: frequent urge to urinate, blood in the urine, painful or burning urination, difficulty urinating, or inability to urinate. Men who experience any of these symptoms should see a doctor to find out the cause of the problem and to talk about possible treatment.