• Inability to urinate

• Difficulty in urination, such as a weak or interrupted flow, or problems starting or stopping the urine flow

• The need to urinate more frequently, especially at night

• Blood in the urine

• Pain or burning upon urination

• Ongoing pain in the lower back, pelvis or upper thighs

If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, which are similar to the symptoms of benign prostate disease as well as other health problems, see your family physician immediately. These symptoms do not automatically signal prostate cancer, but may indicate some other medical problem.