Cancer men

Prostate cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed in men in the United States, aside from skin cancer.

Men face higher overall rates of getting and dying from cancer than women. Knowing the most frequent types, warning signs, and screening guidelines helps catch problems early when treatment works best.

Most Common Cancers in Men

Prostate cancer: Affects 1 in 8 men over their lifetime, with risk rising rapidly after age 50. Black men face a significantly higher risk of diagnosis and advanced stages. Learn more about causes and options from Mayo Clinic.

Lung cancer: The leading cause of cancer death in men, heavily linked to tobacco use, radon, and environmental exposures.

Colorectal cancer: Rates in adults under 50 are rising, making early screening vital.

Testicular cancer: Highly treatable and most common among young men ages 25 to 39.

Symptoms Not to Ignore

Urinary changes: Weak urine flow, frequent nighttime urination, or blood in the urine or semen. Read about specific warning signs of prostate cancer provided by University of Utah Health.

Persistent cough: A chronic cough lasting over six weeks or coughing up blood.

Bowel changes: Blood in the stool, rectal bleeding, or unexplained weight loss.

Skin shifts: Sores that do not heal or moles that change size, shape, or color. Review the 10 cancer symptoms men shouldn't ignore from MD Anderson Cancer Center.

Prevention and Screening

Prostate screening: Men should discuss prostate-specific antigen (PSA) screening with a doctor starting at age 50, or earlier if at high risk.

Lung screening: Annual low-dose CT scans are recommended for individuals aged 50 to 80 who have a heavy smoking history.

Healthy habits: Avoid tobacco, limit alcohol, maintain a healthy weight, and protect skin from UV rays.

Read about rising diagnosis trends in the update from Healthline.

Review statistics and risk factor data from the American Cancer Society.

Learn about localized community risk updates from Baptist Health.