Concerns and Questions
After years of experiencing UTI symptoms, many are left wondering if a red patch on the prostate could be a sign of cancer. Our resident specialist and NHS GP, Dr. Zoe Williams, sheds light on this issue.
Potential Causes
For years, a reader had UTI symptoms that were initially thought to be prostatitis. However, a recent cystoscopy revealed a red patch on the median lobe of the prostate, raising concerns about inflammation and cancer.
Expert Insights
Dr. Zoe explains that while a red patch typically indicates inflammation, further investigations like a biopsy are essential to determine the exact cause and rule out cancer. It's natural to worry, but stressing over the unknown won't change the outcome.
Stay Calm and Informed
Despite the uncertainty, it's crucial to stay calm and trust the medical process. The presence of symptoms for years may suggest a non-cancerous cause, and the red patch could even be an incidental finding.
